Police: 15-year-old arrested for bringing gun to Weequahic High School in Newark

The teenager was found in possession of a firearm and arrested. No one was injured.

Lanette Espy

Feb 28, 2024, 11:13 AM

Updated 282 days ago

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A 15-year-old brought a gun to Weequahic High School in Newark on Tuesday, according to police.
Authorities say they responded to a call just before 3 p.m. of a juvenile male in possession of a firearm.
They say the teen was found in possession of a firearm and arrested. No one was injured.
There is no word yet if the teen is a student at the high school as the investigation into what happened continues.