Teen charged after gun found in backpack at Williston school
May 27, 2021
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WILLISTON, N.D. (AP) A 15-year-old boy accused of bringing a gun to Williston Middle School has been arrested and charged, police said Thursday.
Williston police responded to a call shortly after 1:15 p.m. Wednesday to a report of a weapon on school property. Officers on scene discovered a firearm within a backpack.
Williston Middle School and Bakken Elementary School were placed on lockdown during the incident. No injuries were reported.
Police believe it s an isolated incident and don t believe there is an active threat to the student, staff, or community members.