WEBBERS FALLS, Okla. — Webbers Falls Police Department is reportedly investigating after two students overdosed on campus on Tuesday.
Webbers Falls Public Schools Superintendent Chris Whelan released a statement to the community explaining what they know.
"Webbers Falls School takes the safety of our students very seriously. Unfortunately, today a situation occurred on our campus where two students unintentionally overdosed on an unknown substance. School staff immediately responded by rendering first aid and calling 911 for medical assistance from several agencies in our area. The students have been transferred to a local hospital for further evaluation and were coherent and responsive. Outside counseling services will be on site for students and staff if needed. We will continue to monitor the situation and work closely with the law enforcement to make sure this situation is investigated. Please keep these students and our school in your prayers."
In an off-camera interview Tuesday afternoon, Whelan told 2 News Oklahoma that a call came in about two students reacting to a drug. A mix of six high school and middle school students were taken to the hospital — two showing symptoms and at least four checked out as a precaution.
Whelan said one of the two students who showed symptoms collapsed before being tended to by first responders. He said its the first time an incident of this kind has happened at the school of fewer than 300 students.
High school senior Dallas Nation said he knew those affected but wasn't informed until authorities were leaving the school.
“Knowing that they’re okay now, or going to be okay for the most part makes it easier,” Nation said. “I mean, you know everyone here. I’ve been around them so it was a little scary for them. But it’s something you just have to trust God on, you know?”
Students are encouraged to come in for counseling if needed. Whelan said some parents came to pick their students up early on Tuesday out of fear.
2 News spoke to Webbers Falls Police earlier Tuesday afternoon but didn’t receive comment about what the substance that harmed the students was.
There is also no word if criminal charges are in the works for anyone who might be responsible.
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