DUMFRIES, VA—A 13-year-old male student from Woodbridge has been charged after being found in possession of a pocketknife on school grounds at Potomac Middle School. The incident, which occurred on May 24 at approximately 10:59 AM, prompted a swift response from the School Resource Officer (SRO) stationed at the school located at 3130 Panther Pride Drive in Dumfries.
School security alerted the SRO after another student handed over the pocketknife, which he received from the accused. The initial investigation revealed that the accused was observed with the knife during class before it was surrendered to school authorities. The SRO assessed the situation and determined that the knife did not pose a threat to other students, faculty, or staff.
Despite no immediate danger, the incident has led to formal legal actions against the young student. After consulting with Juvenile Court Services, it was decided that the case would proceed through the court process, emphasizing the seriousness with which weapon possession on school premises is treated.
Further details regarding the court proceedings are pending, as the juvenile justice system handles the matter confidentially to address the specific needs and rehabilitation of the minor involved.
