Guns Recovered at Two Des Moines Schools in Three Weeks

In a concerning trend, Des Moines police have recovered two firearms from public school campuses within a three-week span, pointing to escalating tensions among students. The first incident occurred at Central Campus, followed by a similar finding at North High School after a dispute led to a student discarding a handgun outside the premises.

Authorities commend school safety officials for their rapid response in de-escalating these incidents, highlighting the importance of collaboration between police and educational institutions. With ongoing discussions about school safety reforms, including the potential reintroduction of metal detectors and resource officers, local leaders stress a community-wide effort is critical to prevent firearms from entering schools in the first place.

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