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Student arrested after bringing gun to Cobb County middle school, officials say
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· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The incident occurred on Tuesday and a police officer from the Cobb County School District confiscated the gun.
A student at a Cobb County middle school was arrested for bringing a gun to school. The incident occurred on Tuesday and a police officer from the Cobb County School District confiscated the gun. The student is currently in custody and will face legal consequences, although the specific charges are not known.
The school administration informed parents of the incident through a letter, stating that security measures were effective in keeping the campus secure. The Cobb County School District is investigating the incident to understand what happened. Further details about the incident can be found through official statements from the school and district.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 12, 2026 ·
Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News ·
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