Louisiana teenager was arrested after a loaded gun found in the backpack – 97.3

What was to be a random routine search for bags in Tara High School in Batton Rouge, led to a shocking discovery on Monday morning when MPs found a loaded gun in the student’s backpack.

While the 16-year-old student did not threaten or tried to use the weapon, he was removed and accused of illegal carrying a firearm and possessing a firearm of the school property.

The special drug group in the sheriff in the East Baton Ruzho made a random search for bags when they found a loaded gun in the student’s bag. Authorities have not released additional details about how the weapon ended up in the student’s own or whether additional persons participate.

WAFB reported that when Eastern Baton Sheriff MPs Rouge questioned the student about the loaded gun in his bag, he claims he did not know why he was in his bag.

The investigation continues and the authorities have not revealed whether additional fees can be raised.

The following letter has been sent to the parents:

“Dear families in Tara High School,

I want to take some time to inform you of a situation that happened on our campus this morning. Our student dean found a weapon in an abandoned backpack outside the school. Thanks to the in -depth investigation, we were able to identify the responsible student and since then the student has been accused by the school working group for drugs.

The student abandoned the backpack after seeing security measures upon arrival. This incident enhances the importance of our safety protocols and we are grateful to our dean for its vigilance in providing the well -being of our students and employees. We firmly believe that our security measures have helped prevent entering our campus of this weapon.

As we continue to prioritize the safety of everyone in Tara High School, we ask your support in talking to your children about the dangers and consequences of bringing any kind of weapons into school. Our school has a zero tolerance policy for this behavior and we will take quick and appropriate actions to maintain a safe learning environment.

Thank you for the partnership to keep Tara a highly secure and supportive place for all students. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact.