Crime
16-Year-Old Elk Grove High School Student Arrested for Possession of Loaded, Unserialized Firearm
A 16-year-old student at Elk Grove High School was arrested on campus after authorities discovered a loaded, unserialized firearm in his possession.
The incident prompting a swift response from school officials and law enforcement.
At approximately 10:30 a.m., the Elk Grove Unified School District received reports suggesting that a student might have a firearm on school grounds.
Sacramento County Deputies and Elk Grove Police Officers, including School Resource Officers, were immediately dispatched to investigate the situation.
School staff escorted the student to the front office; however, he began resisting when officers attempted to place him in handcuffs. Following a brief struggle, officers successfully restrained the student and conducted a search of his belongings. Inside the studentโs backpack, they found a loaded handgun with no serial number, often referred to as a โghost gun.โ
The student was arrested and transported to Juvenile Hall, where he faces multiple felony charges, including:
- Possession of a loaded firearm on school property
- Possession of an unserialized firearm
- Resisting arrest
The Elk Grove Unified School District emphasized its commitment to maintaining a safe environment for all students and staff. In a statement, they urged parents and students to report any concerning behavior or threats to school administrators or law enforcement immediately.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident to determine how the student obtained the firearm and whether additional safety measures are necessary.
This incident highlights the importance of vigilance and reporting potential threats to ensure the safety of educational environments. Parents and guardians are encouraged to discuss the dangers of firearms with their children and to monitor their activities closely.
Anyone with additional information about this case is urged to contact the Elk Grove Police Department.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. โ Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.