Two students in Cortland, New York, face suspension after one brought a BB gun to school as part of a Halloween costume. The incident, discovered at Cortland Junior Senior High School, raised alarms when a classmate reported the exchange between the two students, prompting school officials to take immediate action.
According to Deputy Police Chief Cheyenne Cute, one student had planned to use the BB gun for a costume involving a shooting, while the other offered to hide it to avoid trouble, unaware of the seriousness of the situation. The school district emphasized that possession of BB guns violates their code of conduct, leading to the students’ removal and pending hearings. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about safety and appropriate judgment in school environments.
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