Tampa teen arrested after bringing loaded handgun to high school, police say
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A Tampa teenager was arrested after police said she brought a loaded handgun to her high school on Thursday.
The Tampa Police Department said a student told the school resource officer at Middleton High School that a 15-year-old girl had the gun in her possession.
During an administrative search, the SRO found a loaded .22 caliber handgun.
Police said the girl did not make any threats toward the school, staff members or other students.
'The safety of our students is our top priority,' said Chief Lee Bercaw. 'Bringing a firearm onto school property is a serious offense that will not be tolerated. We commend the student who came forward and the swift action of our School Resource Officer.'
The girl was arrested and taken to the Juvenile Assessment Center. She was charged with possession of a weapon on school property.
'This quick resolution reinforces the fact that strong partnerships between a vigilant student, school officials, and an engaged School Resource Officer keep our school campuses safe and that situations are addressed immediately,' Bercaw said.
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