8-year-old student brought loaded gun to school, Brownsville ISD says
· KRGV (NBC 5)
An 8-year-old student brought a loaded handgun to Aiken Elementary School in Brownsville, prompting a lockdown. The Brownsville ISD Police reported that the gun was found in the child's waistband after a classmate alerted a coach. Authorities stated the child did not intend to use the weapon harmfully, as it was reportedly brought out of curiosity. The gun belonged to the child's parent, who has been charged with making a firearm accessible to a minor. School officials are urging parents to secure firearms and check their children’s belongings for safety. Counseling support is available for students affected by the incident.
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