Update on recovered firearms investigation at St. Charles High School: On April 30, members of the sheriff’s office served search warrants at the residences of two students involved in two ongoing firearm investigations stemming from St. Charles High School.
In the first case, on April 29, the school resource officer recovered a firearm at the school and subsequently obtained and served a search warrant at the student’s home. During that search, investigators recovered a 3D printer believed to have been used in the production of the polymer-style firearm that was recovered. The device was seized as evidence and will be further examined as part of the ongoing investigation.
In the second case on April 30, a fully automatic handgun was recovered from a different student’s locker. Investigators served a search warrant at the residence of the student. During that search, officers recovered six additional firearms, along with ammunition, magazines, and various firearm accessories. Four of the firearms, along with all recovered ammunition, were located inside the juvenile’s bedroom. An investigation is ongoing to determine how the juvenile obtained the firearms. All of the firearms were found unsecured. Investigators also noted that the serial number on one of the firearms was partially obliterated.
All evidence was collected and processed, and the investigation remains active. This case will be forwarded to the State’s Attorney’s Office for review to determine the appropriate charges
The Charles County Sheriff’s Office continues to work closely with school officials and partner agencies as these investigations move forward.
The Charles County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to the safety and well-being of all students and staff. Anyone with information about these cases or who has knowledge of any weapons in schools may contact Charles County Crime Solvers by calling 1-866-411-TIPS. Tips can also be submitted online at www.charlescountycrimesolvers.com or by using the P3Intel mobile app. The investigation is ongoing.
