The juvenile stated to school officials he had brought the firearm for self-defense
On Tuesday (May 31), Clark County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a juvenile male at Skyview High School for Unlawful Possession of a Firearm and Possession of a Dangerous Weapon on school grounds.
School employees had located a handgun in a jacket pocket of the student while at the school. The juvenile stated to school officials he had brought the firearm for self-defense. The semi-automatic handgun had rounds in the magazine and an empty chamber.
Per RCW 9.41.280 the juvenile was referred to speak to a designated crisis responder while at the Juvenile Detention Center.
This is an ongoing criminal investigation.
No further information is available at this time.
Information provided by Clark County Sheriff’s Office.
While many parents are frustrated with recent approved budget cuts at area school districts, the districts tried to prepare community members by explaining the budget shortfalls for the 2024-25 academic year.
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s approval of a zone tolling program in New York City, aimed at combating traffic congestion and funding mass transit, faces legal challenges and public outcry, echoing debates over tolling in Portland amidst regional transportation funding gaps.
Benton stated that he is ‘running for this position as a reliable conservative’ Brad Benton has announced his intent to run as a Republican for the Washington State Senate in the 18th Legislative District. “I am running for this position as a reliable conservative that will fight for the rights of the people in this community,’’ Benton stated in an email sent to Clark County Today. Benton listed his legislative priorities as: “These priorities are a starting point and the foundation of my campaign. But I am eager to hear about the other issues that matter to the people of …