India, Oct. 30 -- A firearm was found inside a box of Halloween candy at a Washington DC early education center on Thursday, October 29, prompting a police investigation after a staff member discovered the weapon while preparing treats for students ahead of Halloween.

The incident took place at KIPP DC Grow Academy's Shaw Campus in the 400 block of P Street, Northwest. School staff discovered the gun while preparing to distribute candy, according to a report by FOX 5 DC.

No students came into contact with the firearm and no injuries were reported, school officials said. Families were also notified about the incident.

According to information provided by KIPP DC Grow Academy to FOX 5 DC, staff members followed safety procedures after di...