8-Year-Old Brought Loaded Gun to San Tan Valley Elementary School: Sheriff

8-Year-Old Found With Loaded Handgun at San Tan Valley Elementary School

An 8-year-old student was caught with a loaded handgun at Copper Basin Elementary School in San Tan Valley on Monday afternoon, according to the Pinal County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO). Deputies said the incident unfolded around 1 p.m., when a school employee saw the child displaying a 9mm handgun to friends on campus. Staff immediately intervened and secured the weapon. Source

Third grader accused of bringing loaded gun to San Tan Valley school

A third grader reportedly brought a loaded 9mm handgun to a San Tan Valley school on Monday morning.

3rd grader brings loaded gun to Pinal County elementary school

An 8-year-old student brought a loaded 9mm handgun to Copper Basin Elementary. Authorities secured the weapon and are investigating the incident.

PCSO: 8-year-old student brought loaded firearm to Copper Basin elementary school

Pinal County Sheriff's Office is investigating after an 8-year-old student reportedly brought a gun to a San Tan Valley elementary school on Monday.

8-year-old brought loaded gun to San Tan Valley elementary school: sheriff

Authorities say a third grader brought a loaded 9mm handgun to Copper Basin K-8 on Monday. The weapon was secured by school staff and no threats were made.