Terrebonne-area law enforcement responded to a tip that a student might be armed at Evergreen Junior High, leading to the arrest of a 13-year-old male student on multiple charges, authorities said.
Lockdown and discovery
Deputies say the school was placed on lockdown after receiving a report that a student might have a weapon on campus. Officers located the juvenile in a boys’ bathroom and, after moving him to a private area, discovered a loaded handgun, according to the Terrebonne Parish Sheriff’s Office.
Allegations and charges
While investigators conducted interviews at the school, another student reported that the suspect had shown him the firearm and allegedly threatened to shoot him if he reported the incident. Authorities said they believe the handgun was stolen from a relative’s home.
- The suspect was charged with aggravated assault with a firearm.
- Other counts include terrorizing, menacing, and theft of a firearm.
- Additional juvenile-specific charges were filed: illegal possession of a handgun by a juvenile and carrying a firearm or dangerous weapon by a student or non-student at school.
Detention and official statement
The 13-year-old was booked into a juvenile detention centre and remains detained pending court proceedings. Sheriff Tim Soignet emphasised the gravity of the situation, saying:
"A loaded firearm and a threat against another student demand an immediate response."
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Evergreen Junior High |
| Suspect | 13-year-old male student |
| Weapon | Loaded handgun (allegedly stolen from relative) |
| Status | Booked into juvenile detention, awaiting court proceedings |
The incident highlights continuing concerns about weapons in schools and the importance of tip reporting and rapid response by school staff and law enforcement. Investigators continue to handle the case, and no further details about the juvenile’s court schedule were released.
Parents and community members who receive or observe threats involving firearms on campus are urged to contact local authorities immediately so that potential risks can be addressed without delay.
