Officer accidentally discharges rifle during search at Lake Nona Middle School, Orlando Police say

ORLANDO, Fla. - During a search conducted at Lake Nona Middle School, Wednesday, investigating a reported possible armed person, an Orlando Police officer accidentally shot their gun, police reported. 

The Orlando Police Department responded to Lake Nona Middle School on Feb. 4. 

What we know:

The Orlando Police Department and Orange County Sheriff's office responded to Lake Nona Middle School on Feb. 4. Around 5 p.m., multiple police vehicles were outside Lake Nona Middle School, on Narcoossee Road.

The law enforcement agencies investigated a report of a possibly armed individual on the campus. 

The Orlando Police Department responded to Lake Nona Middle School on Feb. 4. 

During this time, Orlando Police reported that one of its officers experienced an accidental discharge of their rifle when searching the building. 

During the search, no armed individual was found, authorities said. 

No injuries were reported from the incident, police said. 

The Orlando Police Department responded to Lake Nona Middle School on Feb. 4. 

What's next:

The officer who fired their weapon is undergoing additional training, Orlando Police – who is conducing an internal investigation – said.