Parents learn of weapons, white substance at separate local schools

HARLEM, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – Weapons were found on separate campuses in the past few days — including a white powdery substance, according to school officials.

Lucy C. Laney High School

A student was found with a gun after Tuesday morning’s routine with the weapon detection system, according to a letter sent home to families.

The Richmond County School System Police were notified, searched and took the student into custody.

Wheeless Road Elementary

On Friday, school officials say a teacher found a student’s change purse containing a white substance. The letter states the student was preparing to buy a snack.

Officials say after the investigation, the substance was confirmed to test positive for drugs…

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