Student at Barnhart Elementary School in possession of knife: On January 3 at 11 a.m., a student at Barnhart Elementary School was found to be in possession of a butterfly knife. The student indicated they found the knife and brought it to school to show friends. In accordance with MD state law, the student will not be charged due to their age. The student faces disciplinary consequences from the Charles County Public Schools. Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact PFC Joffe at 301-609-3282 ext. 0608.  

SRO investigating a threat of violence at Piccowaxen Middle School: On January 31 at 11:30 a.m., a student at Piccowaxen Middle School made a threat of violence while in the cafeteria during lunchtime. The SRO initiated an investigation, contacted the student’s parents, and made a home visit. The student will not be charged criminally; however, they do face disciplinary consequences from the Charles County Public Schools. Anyone with information is asked to contact Cpl. Caballero at 301-609-3282 ext. 0573.

Vape pens containing possible THC recovered from students at John Hanson Middle School: On January 31, at 11:30 a.m., two students at John Hanson Middle School were found to be in possession of vape pens containing possible THC. The school resource officer recovered the vape pens and initiated an investigation. The students were issued juvenile civil citations and released to their parents. They will also face school disciplinary action. Parents are urged to talk with their students about the dangers of consuming or inhaling products containing unknown substances. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call PFC Hancock at 301-609-3282 ext. 0499.