Three teens arrested after Nashville school administrators found weapons during random search

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — The Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (MNPD) arrested three teenagers after school administrators discovered weapons during a random search Friday.

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The search was conducted at East Nashville Magnet High School, according to MNPD. Two 11th grade students reportedly threw their backpacks during the search. Once the bags were recovered, a handgun was found in each of them.

As a result, MNPD said a 16-year-old was charged with possession of a handgun by a minor, carrying a gun on school grounds, simple possession and violation of gun laws. drug-free school zones. Additionally, a 17-year-old youth was arrested and charged with possession of a handgun by a minor, carrying a weapon on school grounds and possession of burglary tools.

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MNPD added that a third handgun was found in the vehicle of another 17-year-old. This 12th grade student was arrested and charged with possession of a handgun by a minor and carrying a weapon on school property.

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