Crime
16-Year-Old Elk Grove High School Student Arrested for Possession of Loaded, Unserialized Firearm
A 16-year-old student at Elk Grove High School was arrested on campus after authorities discovered a loaded, unserialized firearm in his possession.
The incident prompting a swift response from school officials and law enforcement.
At approximately 10:30 a.m., the Elk Grove Unified School District received reports suggesting that a student might have a firearm on school grounds.
Sacramento County Deputies and Elk Grove Police Officers, including School Resource Officers, were immediately dispatched to investigate the situation.
School staff escorted the student to the front office; however, he began resisting when officers attempted to place him in handcuffs. Following a brief struggle, officers successfully restrained the student and conducted a search of his belongings. Inside the student’s backpack, they found a loaded handgun with no serial number, often referred to as a “ghost gun.”
The student was arrested and transported to Juvenile Hall, where he faces multiple felony charges, including:
- Possession of a loaded firearm on school property
- Possession of an unserialized firearm
- Resisting arrest
The Elk Grove Unified School District emphasized its commitment to maintaining a safe environment for all students and staff. In a statement, they urged parents and students to report any concerning behavior or threats to school administrators or law enforcement immediately.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident to determine how the student obtained the firearm and whether additional safety measures are necessary.
This incident highlights the importance of vigilance and reporting potential threats to ensure the safety of educational environments. Parents and guardians are encouraged to discuss the dangers of firearms with their children and to monitor their activities closely.
Anyone with additional information about this case is urged to contact the Elk Grove Police Department.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.