Elementary first-grade student found with handgun
By WRAL Staff
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North Carolina (WRAL) — A Pembroke Elementary School student faces a year-long suspension after a staff member found him on Thursday with a handgun in his waistband.
A staff member pulled the first-grade student aside after seeing an unusual object on the student’s side, according to a release from the Public Schools of Robeson County.
The student was immediately separated from his class and contained after the staff member discovered he had the handgun. No one was injured, the district said.
“We commend the swift action of the staff member and administration this morning at Pembroke Elementary School,” said PSRC Chief Communications Officer Jessica Sealey. “As always, we encourage all students and staff to speak up or report any activity that seems suspicious.
“We are grateful that the staff member trusted their instincts and acted quickly and professionally to ensure a safe environment for our students and staff.”
The district is not releasing the student’s name because of his age.
Local law enforcement investigated the incident and the school day continued to operate on a normal schedule.
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