Halifax Regional Police say a 17-year-old was arrested after it was reported that a student in Dartmouth had weapons at school on Monday.
Police said they were called at around 1:30 p.m. to the Bedford and Forsyth Education Centre’s Dartmouth campus on Pinecrest Drive.
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When officers arrived at the scene, the teen had already left the school, but the youth was found “a short time later” and arrested.
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According to a release, officers seized a replica firearm, as well as two knives that the student allegedly left at the school.
The youth is set to face two charges, including possession of a weapon dangerous to the public peace and mischief.
Police said the 17-year-old will appear in court at a later date.
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