Charles County, MD – A student at Henry E. Lackey High School was found with a knife on campus Tuesday, leading to juvenile charges and potential school discipline.
According to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office, a school resource officer was alerted on September 17 that a student might be carrying a weapon. The officer located the student and recovered a knife from his waistband. Witnesses reported seeing the handle of the weapon sticking out, which prompted the investigation.
The student was charged with possession of a deadly weapon on school property, according to authorities. He will also face disciplinary consequences through Charles County Public Schools for violating the Student Code of Conduct.
School officials are urging parents to remind their children that bringing prohibited items, including weapons, to school can lead to serious legal and disciplinary consequences.
No injuries were reported in connection with the incident, and authorities confirmed that the knife was safely recovered without further disruption at the school.
Parents and community members are encouraged to remain vigilant and to have open conversations with their children about safety and responsibility on school grounds.
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