Wed Sep 18 16:42:59 UTC 2024: ## Loaded Gun Found at Curtis High School, 17-Year-Old Student Arrested

STATEN ISLAND, NY – A 17-year-old student at Curtis High School was arrested on Wednesday morning after allegedly entering the school with a loaded gun. Police took the student into custody at approximately 10:15 a.m. at the school located on Hamilton Avenue in St. George.

The incident sparked concern among parents and students. “I got an email and then I saw it on the Advance,” said the mother of an 11th-grade girl. “I don’t know, times that we’re in right now, like, it’s a little much, you know?”

A father picking up his daughter called for increased security measures, specifically advocating for metal detectors in all schools. “I don’t understand why they don’t have a metal detector in all these schools. That makes no sense, why would they bring a gun inside the school?” he said.

The Department of Education released a statement assuring the safety of students and staff. “The safety of our students and staff is our top priority, and all students and staff are safe,” the statement read. “NYPD safely recovered this item after brave students voiced a concern. All safety procedures were followed, and we are working closely with NYPD regarding follow-up actions.”

The arrested student is currently being questioned by police as the investigation continues.

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