Today, school resource officers at Dr. Phillips High School were notified that a student on campus was armed with a firearm.
Officers quickly identified and located the student, 17-year-old, Joshua Brown, in his classroom. When he attempted to flee, SROs intervened and safely took him into custody.
A loaded 9mm handgun was recovered from Brown’s backpack, which was in his possession at the time.
Brown was arrested and is facing charges of possession of a firearm on school property, possession of a firearm by a minor, and resisting arrest without violence.
Chief Smith stated, “This is exactly how it’s supposed to work. Our officers acted quickly on a tip from the community.”
This remains an active investigation. In order to protect the integrity of the case, no additional information is available at this time.
@HilaryKnight it’s been an honor to root for you and celebrate you…but why on earth did you take the bait and get political? All you had to say what it was a joke and no big deal. So disappointed in you. 😥😥