MEMS Student Arrested After Bringing A “Dangerous Weapon” To School Friday

A student at Mount Elden Middle School was taken into custody Friday afternoon after he brought a dangerous weapon to campus. Flagstaff Police were called to the school at 2:30 p.m. to investigate the report of a student who brought the weapon to MEMS. School staff and administration intervened immediately to maintain safety as soon as they were notified. The weapon was secured before police arrived. The student is being charged by police and the Flagstaff Unified School District will follow its discipline policies regarding the matter.