02/12/2026
****PRESS RELEASE*****
City of Waterloo Police Department
February 12, 2026
On February 12, 2026, at approximately 11:54 a.m., the City of Waterloo Police Department was notified by Waterloo Public School regarding a report of a possible weapon in the possession of a student.
Officers responded immediately to the school. Upon arrival, school officials informed officers that the weapon had already been confiscated and secured. The item was then turned over to responding officers. The student involved was taken into custody without incident.
There is no current danger to students, school staff, or the public. No other individuals are believed to be involved in this isolated incident.
The City of Waterloo Police Department continues to investigate and will be referring appropriate charges.
Chief Denis Sorenson