School shooting reported in Newtown, Conn.

(AP) State police say they are assisting local police with a situation in Newtown amid reports of a school shooting.

The school superintendent's office says the district has locked down schools as a preventive measure to ensure the safety of students and staff. The superintendent's secretary, Kathy June, says reports of a shooting are not confirmed.

State police spokesman Lt. Paul Vance says they have a number of personnel on the scene to assist.