Virginia authorities are investigating after a loaded gun was found in a 6-year-old child’s backpack.
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Here’s what led to the Virginia government investigation
According to USA TodayThe discovery was made at Orange Elementary School on Monday, September 16. During a Facebook After the post was published, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office revealed that their office was contacted by a school employee.
The employee reportedly notified authorities about “a loaded gun found inside the school.” The call was reportedly made around 12:50 p.m. and the school was then put into secure mode, according to the source.
According to authorities, a loaded weapon was found inside the backpack. Additionally, it was immediately confiscated by a school administrator and school resource officer.
According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office Facebook post, an investigation “revealed that a 6-year-old student brought a gun to school.” Additionally, authorities explained that no one was injured in the incident. Furthermore, no threats were made.
However, the office explained that the case is still under investigation.
“No arrests have been made at this time, but the investigation is ongoing,” This section explains. “All students at OES are safe at this time. The safety and security of students and school staff remains our top priority.”
More details revealed about loaded gun believed to be in 6-year-old boy’s backpack
According to USA TodayOrange County Public Schools Superintendent Dan Hornick released a statement on the incident.
“It is important to recognize and appreciate the swift, professional, and comprehensive steps taken by the staff and administrators at Orange Elementary School,” Hornick said. “Their diligence prevented the situation from escalating… By working together, we can provide the safe and vibrant learning environment our students deserve.”
Meanwhile, on Tuesday, September 17, the Orange County Sheriff’s Office announced a update statement about the incident and their investigation.
“…As parents and grandparents, we all have a responsibility as gun owners to always keep our weapons safe and responsible for them. Additionally, it is recommended to store ammunition in a separate location. Please check all backpacks before your child heads out the door. Remember, you can never be too safe,” the statement added.
Finally, the office reaffirmed that the investigation is still ongoing.
A 14-year-old boy is now in custody for the Georgia school shooting.
Meanwhile, in Winder, Georgia, a community is recovering from the shooting at Apalachee High School. Shade room According to previous reports, the shooting occurred on September 4 and was believed to have been carried out by a 14-year-old student named Colt Gray.
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According to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation, Colt allegedly used an AR-15-style rifle to kill two students and two teachers. Nine others were reportedly injured in the incident, according to Shade room.
Colt has since been charged with four counts of murder, while his father, Colin Gray, has been charged with involuntary manslaughter, second-degree murder and child abuse, according to Sunroom.
In May 2023, Colin and Colt were interviewed about the 14-year-old boy’s suspected threat to the school. Despite this, authorities reportedly believe Colin knowingly allowed his son to possess a deadly weapon.
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Since the couple’s incarceration, Colt’s mother, Marcee, has wrote an open letter for the victims of the shooting. Meanwhile, Colin has made a special request from behind bars while a teacher broke her silence after being injured in a fatal crash.
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