Charles County, MD – Two middle school students in Charles County were cited this week after school officials found vaping devices containing THC, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities said that on January 15, a 13-year-old student at Benjamin Stoddert Middle School was found with a vape device containing THC. In an unrelated incident, a 14-year-old student at Davis Middle School was also caught with a similar device. Both were issued citations for possession of cannabis.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, both students also face disciplinary actions under the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) code of conduct. Officials emphasized that even small amounts of THC or other substances can have serious and unpredictable effects, including impaired judgment and health emergencies.
Law enforcement urged parents to talk with their children about the risks of vaping and consuming unknown substances, noting the growing concern of students obtaining illicit vaping products.
Parents and community members are encouraged to stay alert and report suspicious activity involving vape products on school grounds.
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