YORKVILLE, Ill. () — A 14-year-old is facing charges after police say the teen brought a loaded gun to a suburban high school.
Officials said the incident occurred Tuesday at Yorkville High School Academy.
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School security personnel and the school resource officer reportedly found a loaded handgun inside the student’s backpack.
The teen faces charges of unlawful possession of a weapon and possession of a stolen firearm.
“Schools are meant to be welcoming and safe places for students and staff,” Yorkville police said in a statement. “We join Yorkville Community Unit School District 115 in thanking the educators, staff, and administration at Yorkville High School Academy for their professionalism and dedication to student safety. We also want to recognize the students who showed the courage to speak up after noticing something concerning. Their decision to report their concerns enabled school officials and law enforcement to respond quickly.”
Police have not released additional information as the investigation continues.
