Moses Lake Police Department recently issued the following announcement on March 14.
Student arrested with a firearm at Chief Moses Middle School
This morning, officers were given information that a student had made threats to shoot up Chief Moses Middle School, and that the student was currently in possession of a firearm on campus. Officers were able to immediately contact the student in class and recover a pistol as well as two magazines of ammunition for the pistol. The weapon was secured and the eighth grade student was arrested.
Further investigation showed the student had a list of potential targets as well. The school district has notified those on the list, and are taking steps to offer services to affected staff and students.
We would like to thank the concerned students who came forward and provided the information, and perhaps prevented an unspeakable tragedy. As always, if you see something, say something.
If you or your student has any additional information on this case, please contact Det. Chuck Paul at 764-3887.
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