Authorities say the unloaded handgun was discovered during a search prompted by reports the student may have had marijuana
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- A 13-year-old student was arrested after a school resource officer allegedly found an unloaded handgun at Franklin Middle School
- Police say the search began after they received a tip the student might have been in possession of marijuana
- Baltimore County Police said the student faces firearm-related charges
A 13-year-old middle school student was arrested Wednesday after a school resource officer discovered an unloaded handgun in their possession on just the second day of the new school year, authorities said.
The officer conducted the search after receiving information that the student might possess marijuana, per a statement issued by Franklin Middle School principal Brian Schiffer and reporting by CBS Baltimore. The handgun was recovered, and the student was taken into custody.
Schiffer addressed the incident in a message to families, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation and urging students and parents to report any safety concerns to school officials.
“We must work together to ensure our school remains a safe and welcoming environment for all students,” he wrote in the statement. “Please speak with your child(ren) and remind them that harmful choices and disruptive and dangerous behaviors have a significant impact on our entire school community.”…