Date: October 9, 2024
Student found in possession of knife at Westlake High School: On October 9 at 1:05 p.m., a school administrator at Westlake High School learned that a student was in possession of a knife. The student gave the knife to the administrator, who notified the School Resource Officer (SRO). The student did not make any direct threats to other students or school faculty and will face disciplinary actions as outlined in the Charles County Public Schools Code of Conduct. The student was also charged on a Juvenile Offense Report in connection with this incident. Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Officer Joffe at 301-609-3282 ext. 0608.
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