Strawberry Crest student with loaded gun, knife in backpack tried to take deputy’s firearm: HCSO

DOVER, Fla. - A student from Strawberry Crest High School was arrested on Tuesday after deputies say he brought a loaded gun and a knife to school. 

The backstory:

According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, a 15-year-old student was seen with a vape leaving a bathroom shortly after 11:20 a.m. 

An administrative search was conducted in accordance with the school’s safety protocols. 

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According to investigators, the student was uncooperative, so an HCSO School Resource Deputy assisted in the search.

Courtesy: Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office

The student, according to HCSO, continued to resist the deputy’s efforts and tried to grab the deputy's agency-issued gun. The student was put in handcuffs. 

While searching the teen’s backpack, deputies said they found a loaded handgun and a knife. 

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The student was charged with possession of a firearm on school grounds, possession of a weapon on school grounds, minor in possession of a firearm, resisting without violence and altering a serial number on a firearm. 

Courtesy: Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office

What they're saying:

"Our deputy acted quickly to prevent any potential harm, and this case serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and reporting suspicious activity," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "Let me be clear: bringing weapons onto school grounds is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. We encourage parents, students, and staff to work together to keep our schools safe."

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What's next:

The case is still under investigation.