BENSALEM, PA — A student at Shafer Middle School reported seeing another student carrying what appeared to be a firearm in his waistband on Friday.
Administrative personnel were notified after the student observed the suspected weapon when the subject lifted up his shirt.
The School Resource Officer and additional police personnel were immediately notified and responded.
A school administrator located the student and safely removed the weapon, which was determined to be a BB gun.
A second student was identified through further investigation as being involved in bringing the BB gun to school.
School administration will handle internal discipline for both students.
The police investigation is ongoing.
No information will be released regarding the identity of the students.
Bensalem Police commended the student who notified school staff and recognized the quick actions of the school administrator to locate the student and safely remove the suspected firearm.
