TOLEDO, Ohio — A Bowsher High School student was arrested at school Tuesday after a search of his backpack revealed a loaded gun.
According to a police report, the 16-year-old male student was found smoking marijuana in a restroom and sent to the dean's office. The individual initially refused to have his backpack searched, but eventually stated a firearm was inside.
A loaded 9mm "ghost" gun was found. Ghost guns are privately assembled from various parts and lack a serial number, making them untraceable.
The student is charged with illegally carrying a concealed weapon on school property.
Toledo Public Schools released a statement Wednesday afternoon regarding the incident. Deputy Superintendent James Gant wrote the following:
"Yesterday, a Bowsher High School student was arrested for possession of marijuana and having a firearm in his book bag. The School Resource Officer and the administrators at the school handled the situation quickly and appropriately and without disruption to the school day.
"No threats were made directly to any student or staff member. As the safety of our students and staff members is the number one priority for Toledo Public Schools, students who are found to be in possession of a weapon or any other inappropriate item will face disciplinary action and possible criminal charges."
TPS does not have metal detectors installed in any of its schools. A disciplinary hearing for the student will be held in the "coming days."
The incident remains under investigation. WTOL 11 does not identify juveniles charged with crimes unless they are charged as adults.