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Nashville high school student arrested after trying to bring stolen gun to campus, police say
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Tony Garcia , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· August 19, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The firearm was previously stolen from a vehicle. A 16-year-old student faces charges after attempting to bring a firearm to school.
A 16-year-old student faces charges after attempting to bring a firearm to school. The firearm was previously stolen from a vehicle. This incident marks the first gun-related event on a school campus this year.
The student has been charged with multiple offenses, including possession of a firearm on school property. Authorities have a strict policy against firearms on school campuses.
Further details about the incident and the charges are available. The incident highlights the importance of securing vehicles, especially when firearms are inside.
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Category: safety Published: August 19, 2026 Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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