A registered sex offender is taken into custody after entering an elementary school. 

Anderson County Schools officials say a person on the registry entered Lake City Elementary School on Friday.

Security protocols, including a mandatory background check for all visitors, the school district said, immediately flagged the person and police responded.

“Thanks to the swift, professional response from both the Rocky Top Police Department and the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office, the individual was safely taken into custody without incident, underscoring the dedication of all involved to keeping our schools safe,” ACS said.

District officials say no students, staff or faculty members were at risk.

“We are truly blessed to live in a community where our law enforcement partners work hand-in-hand with our schools to ensure the highest level of safety and security for our children and employees,” the district said.