Barnsley College pupil detained after fellow student reported he was '˜carrying a gun' Â

Barnsley College was at the centre of a police incident this afternoon after a student claimed a fellow pupil was '˜carrying a firearm'.Â
Police at Barnsley College - Credit: Melanie ClarkePolice at Barnsley College - Credit: Melanie Clarke
Police at Barnsley College - Credit: Melanie Clarke

A number of police cars arrived at the college at around 12.20pm on Thursday after it was reported a pupil was seen carrying a gun. 

Police detained one boy following the incident and, following a search, said he was not in possession of a firearm or any weapon. 

The college remained open throughout the operation.