A North Carolina first grader was just suspended after a handgun was found in his possession at Pembroke Elementary School, officials confirmed.
According to the Public Schools of Robeson County, the child will face a mandatory 365-day suspension. His name has not been released because of his age.
School officials said the incident began when a staff member noticed something unusual on the student’s side. The staff member pulled the child aside, separated him from his classmates, and discovered a handgun tucked into his waistband.
Administrators immediately contained the situation and contacted local law enforcement. Officers investigated while the school day continued on a normal schedule.
A first-grade student was suspended after a handgun was found in his possession Thursday at Pembroke Elementary School. https://t.co/QgVm0oA9Gu
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District leaders stressed that swift action by school staff prevented any disruption or potential harm.
Authorities have not yet said how the child obtained the weapon.
