Southern High Student And Another Teen Brought Knife, Pepper Spray To School

HARWOOD, Md. – On December 9, 2021, at approximately 7:30 a.m. officers responded to Southern High School for a trespassing/weapons violation. School administration/employees were alerted that there may have been a male juvenile on campus who did not attend the school, armed with a knife.

School administration/employees located the juvenile and confirmed he did not attend Southern High School. The School Resource Officer was on scene and additional officers responded as a precaution.

The male juvenile was found to be in possession of pepper spray and a smoking device with suspected marijuana residue. He entered the school with a female companion who is enrolled in Southern High School, she was found to be in possession of a knife.

As of this point, it is not believed anyone was threatened with the knife or pepper spray. This incident is still under investigation and we are asking anyone with any information to call the Tip Line at 410-222-4700.

Charges:
Male juvenile

• Trespass on School Property
• Dangerous Weapon on School Property
• Disturbing School Operations
• Dangerous Weapon Conceal
• Disorderly Conduct

Female juvenile

• Dangerous Weapon on School Property
• Disturbing School Operations
• Dangerous Weapon Conceal
• Disorderly Conduct