Stun gun found at Charlotte school, officials say
The device was found at Druid Hills Academy on Wednesday.
District officials confirmed that a stun gun was found at Druid Hills Academy on Wednesday.
Published: Jun. 7, 2023 at 9:49 PM EDT
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A stun gun was found at a north Charlotte school on Wednesday, district officials said.
According to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS), the handheld device was found at Druid Hills Academy.
Based on a message from the school’s principal, no students or staff were threatened.
“Weapons are prohibited in our schools and are a violation of the Code of Student Conduct. Any student in violation will be disciplined according to the handbook,” the message read in part. “As always, the safety and well-being of our students and staff is our top priority.”
Law enforcement is investigating the incident.
Related: CMS: Gun found on campus of South Meck High
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