Charles County, MD – A 17-year-old student at Thomas Stone High School in Waldorf is facing charges after allegedly bringing two knives onto campus Wednesday.
According to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office, the incident began when the student lifted his shirt inside a classroom, exposing a pocket knife clipped to his waistband. School administrators recovered the knife and discovered a second one in his pocket.
Deputies say the school resource officer charged the student with possession of a weapon on school property. The case has been documented as a juvenile offense, and the teen will also face disciplinary action under the Charles County Public Schools Student Code of Conduct.
Authorities did not specify why the student had the knives. Officials stressed that the investigation remains active. Anyone with information is asked to contact PFC Ondrish at 301-609-3282 ext. 0636.
The knives, one of which was clipped to the student’s clothing and another found in his pocket, were recovered without further incident. No injuries were reported.
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