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CORONA, Calif. – An Air Conditioner technician at Coronita Elementary School, located at 1757 Via Del Rio in the City of Corona, located a backpack containing ammunition on Friday morning.

The finding was made behind a row of relocatable classrooms in an enclosed area adjacent to apartment complexes. The backpack was turned over to the school and subsequently to the Corona Police officers. There was no firearm inside of the backpack. Corona Police officials said that the incident occurred while no children were on campus and at no time was the school in any danger.

“We understand this news can be alarming to parents as we know the recent national news raises concerns,” Corona Police officials said. “The Corona Police Department has increased patrols and will continue to have additional security and presence at schools. We ask parents, students, and all community members to help us keep schools safe by reporting any suspicious individuals or activity.”