Fake Gun Displayed Near Oshkosh West

WAUTOMA, Wis (WAUH)- Late Friday morning Oshkosh Police were asked to investigate an incident in which juveniles were displaying what was thought to be a handgun near Oshkosh West High School.

Officers were dispatched for a report of a male displaying what appeared to be a handgun near the Skate Park. The park is across the street from Oshkosh West High School. The school was placed in a secure status while police investigated.

It was quickly determined that the gun was not a real firearm. It was a BB gun, and four juveniles had been displaying the facsimile firearm. All four are being referred on criminal charges.

Facsimile or replica handguns can be easily mistaken for real firearms by law enforcement and the general public due to their realistic appearance.