Groppi High School gun case; Milwaukee teen accused of chasing student

The Brief

  • A Milwaukee teen is accused of having a loaded gun at James E. Groppi High School on Friday, June 12.
  • The criminal complaint says surveillance video showed him chasing another student inside the school with the gun.
  • If convicted on all counts, Devonte J. Galom could face up to five years behind bars and $21,000 in fines.

MILWAUKEE A Milwaukee teenager was charged after prosecutors say he brought a loaded gun to James E. Groppi High School and chased another student.

What we know:

The accused is 17-year-old Devonte Galom. He was charged with the following:

  • Possession of a firearm on grounds of a school
  • Possession of a dangerous weapon by a person under 18
  • Disorderly conduct, use of a dangerous weapon

Galom made his initial appearance on Tuesday, June 16. A $2,500 cash bond was set.

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