Delaware high school student found with knife, loaded weapon after tip from parent
NEW CASTLE - A Delaware high school student was found with a knife and a loaded weapon following a report from a parent on Tuesday, officials say.
What we know:
Appoquinimink School District leaders say the disturbing discovery was made after a parent reported that a Middletown High School student may have brought a weapon to school.
The student was located entering the school building and found in possession of a loaded weapon and a knife, according to officials.
The district says it's working with Delaware State Police, and will share new information when it becomes available.
What they're saying:
School officials assured the Middletown High School community that there is no current threat at the school.
"Please know there is no current threat at the school," the Appoquinimink School District wrote on Facebook. "We want to thank the parent who reported the concern. We also must commend our school teams for their quick efforts today."
What we don't know:
The identity of the student has not been released, and no charges have been reported by authorities.
The Source: Information provided by the Appoquinimink School District on Facebook.