COBB COUNTY, Ga. — An investigation is underway after a student at a middle school in Cobb County was injured after being shot on Wednesday.

Cobb County police and Cobb County School Police responded to an incident at Lindley Middle School in Mableton on Wednesday afternoon with reports of a person shot.

Police say there was one victim, but that person’s identity and condition have not been released.

Cobb County police say the victim is a juvenile, but have not confirmed that person’s exact age.

Cobb County Police released a statement saying:

“In conjunction with the Cobb County School Police, we responded to an incident at Lindley Middle School following a report of a person shot. The campus was immediately secured, and the school was placed on lockdown to ensure the safety of students and staff. We can confirm there is one victim. Parents may reunite with their children at Leland United Methodist Church, located at 81 Veterans Memorial Highway. The school campus has been thoroughly cleared and deemed secure. We are working with the Cobb County School Police and will provide updates as more information becomes available. Thank you for your understanding, cooperation, and patience during this time.”

According to a District spokesperson, “This afternoon, a student at Lindley Middle School tragically used a firearm to commit self-harm, prompting a Code Red. School administrators, along with a Cobb County School District police officer, responded immediately and secured the weapon. The code red was lifted once police confirmed there was no specific threat to fellow students. The student is in critical condition, surrounded by their family and loved ones, and our thoughts are with them. While privacy laws limit the details we can share, counseling services are available to support our students and staff during this difficult time. We ask the media to respect the privacy of our school community as they process this tragedy. Lindley families are being updated about changes to afternoon dismissal, and we encourage all our families to continue to report concerns to the District’s Tipline via call, text, or email.”

There is no word on possible suspects or motives.

The shooting remains under investigation at this time.