Release posted on 08-20-26 at 3:03 PM

A ninth-grade student at Gibbs High School was arrested today and charged with possession of a weapon school property, and unlawful carry of a concealed firearm, both felonies.

A staff member notified the School Resource officer about a student possibly concealing a handgun in his clothing. He did not make any threats against anyone or against the school.

An investigation was immediately launched and the student, a 15- year- old boy, was arrested.

The St. Petersburg Police makes the safety of students a top priority and any weapon on campus, or other threat to school safety, will be thoroughly investigated. This serves as a reminder to students that this is taken very seriously and the consequences could be severe.