The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating a possible armed person at Moton Elementary School. 

The school was temporarily placed on lock down Thursday afternoon. Students were released around 4 p.m. 

Deputies responded to the school after receiving reports of an individual behind the school who may have been armed. 

Deputies along with K-9 and aviation units are searching the area. 

This is a developing story, please check back for updates.