Charles County, MD – A student at Westlake High School was charged Tuesday after a staff member discovered the student had a knife on school grounds, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office.
The incident occurred October 24, when a staff member observed the student passing an object to others inside a classroom. Authorities say further investigation revealed the object was a knife, which was immediately recovered. No threats were made or injuries reported.
According to the sheriff’s office, the school resource officer charged the student with possession of a weapon on school property. The student will also face disciplinary action under the Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) code of conduct.
Officials reminded parents to talk with their children about school safety rules, emphasizing that weapons of any kind are prohibited on school property. Violations can result in both criminal charges and school-based consequences.
The sheriff’s office did not release the student’s name due to age and privacy protections.
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