Students at Westlake High School and La Plata High School were found in possession of vaping devices containing THC on March 4, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. The day before, a 13-year-old student at Davis Middle School was discovered with loose cannabis, which authorities say was obtained from a 12-year-old student.
All students involved have been charged with possession of cannabis through juvenile civil citations as required by Maryland law. They also face disciplinary actions under the Charles County Public Schools student code of conduct.
Parents are encouraged to speak with their children about the risks associated with consuming products that may contain harmful substances. Authorities warn that such substances can have negative health effects.
The Charles County Sheriff’s Office has been accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies since 2001 and holds its highest rating. The agency, established in 1658, is among the oldest law enforcement organizations in the United States. More information about the agency can be found at www.ccso.us.
Charles County Crime Solvers offers rewards up to $1,000 for tips leading to arrests or indictments related to crimes in the county. Tipsters remain anonymous and can contact Crime Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS or submit information online at www.charlescountycrimesolvers.com or through the P3Intel mobile app available for Android and Apple devices. Further details about P3Intel are available at www.p3intel.com.
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