UPDATE:
The Valdosta Police Department says a 16-year-old male brought a loaded gun to Valdosta High School on Thursday morning. They say the gun was detected through the school's weapon detection system during the screening process.
VPD says the teen was stopped by an administrator, and a school resource officer was informed and took the teen and the gun into custody.
The report states that the student's guardians were contacted, they arrived at the school, and cooperated during the investigation. VPD says they determined no threat had been made to any student or staff member at the school.
The teen was arrested and charged with possession of a firearm on school grounds and possession of a firearm by a person under 18. The teen is being held at the Regional Youth Detention Center.
Original:
On Thursday, Valdosta City Schools released a statement saying that this morning at Valdosta High School, their Evolv weapons detection system alerted staff to an unapproved item in a student’s backpack. The release states the student was pulled aside, and a firearm was safely confiscated.
VCS says at no time were staff, students, or visitors in any danger. They say the Valdosta Police Department is leading the investigation.
VCS thanked their staff, School Resource Officer, and administrative team for their swift response to ensure everyone's safety.
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