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Student charged after loaded gun found at Tennessee high school

TENNESSEE — A 17-year-old student at Maplewood High School is facing charges after a loaded firearm was discovered in his backpack Tuesday morning.

According to the Metro Nashville Police Department, the school’s weapon detection system alerted staff as the student entered the building.

A search of his belongings revealed a loaded semi-automatic pistol.

The student, a senior, will be charged in Juvenile Court with bringing a weapon onto school property and unlawful gun possession.

No other information has been released at this time.

Ohio Statewide Staff

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