Louisiana High Schooler Arrested After Gun, Drugs Found at School

HAMMOND, La. (KPEL-FM) - A Hammond High School student was arrested for bringing drugs and a gun to school on Monday, according to the Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office.

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What Charges the Student Faces

The 16-year-old male was booked into the Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center on one count of each of the following:

Carrying of a Firearm by a Student on School Property
Possession of Marijuana
Firearm-free Zone
Possession of a Stolen Firearm
Possession of a Controlled Dangerous Substance in a Drug Free Zone

How the Arrest Happened

TPSO School Resource Officers at the school were made aware that a student suspected of being under the influence of drugs was found to not only have marijuana, THC and a vape in his school bag, but also a handgun. It was later learned that the gun was stolen.

How the School Responded to the Incident

The student was immediately taken into custody and all illegal items were removed from the school. The school was placed on a brief lockdown during the investigation. However, authorities said that at no time were any students in danger.

How to Report Suspicious Activity in Tangipahoa Parish

The Tangipahoa Sheriff's Office wants to remind the public that you can share information about crimes, suspicious, or even concerning activities, in any of the area schools through CrimeStoppers of Tangipahoa's tip line at 1-800-554-5245 or visit www.tangicrimestoppers.com and click the P3 Tips icon or Submit a Tip! Information can be provided anonymously.