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Wisconsin Teen Arrested After Attempted Armed Entry at Elementary School

A 13-year-old boy was stopped by school staff and later apprehended by police after attempting to enter Roosevelt Elementary with a suspected firearm.

  • The suspect, a student at Mahone Middle School, was confronted by staff at a secure entrance and fled before being arrested at his home.
  • Police found several airsoft guns at the teen's home, but no real firearms, and his mother cooperated with the investigation.
  • The teen had conducted internet searches on school shootings and shared concerning videos, raising red flags that were not reported earlier.
  • Kenosha schools were placed on lockdown during the incident, with officials praising staff for preventing a potential tragedy.
  • Authorities emphasize the importance of reporting suspicious behavior to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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