Waldorf, MD – A 12-year-old student at Theodore G. Davis Middle School in Waldorf was found with a knife on campus Tuesday, prompting an administrative search and police investigation, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities said a staff member reported the possible weapon on October 16. During the search, the knife was discovered hidden in the student’s shirt sleeve. No threats were made, and the weapon was recovered without incident, the sheriff’s office confirmed.
According to investigators, the student told officers he brought the knife to school because he feared other students were planning to assault him. The case has been referred to the Charles County Department of Juvenile Services for review.
Charles County Public Schools will determine disciplinary action in accordance with its student code of conduct. The sheriff’s office said there was no ongoing threat to students or staff.
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