Crime, Education, Police/Fire

Loaded gun found in locker at Edgewood High School

EDGEWOOD, MD—The Harford County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating an incident that occurred during the school day on Friday at Edgewood High School involving the discovery of a loaded firearm in a student’s locker.

The incident occurred during an administrative search conducted by school staff in response to an odor of marijuana.

During the search, Edgewood High School staff discovered a Walther PK380 handgun, which was found to be loaded. The Harford County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating how the student obtained the firearm.

In light of the seriousness and potential danger posed by this incident, the suspect will be waived to adult status for purposes of prosecution. No further information is being released at this time.

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