NJ Student Arrested for Gun Possession at School

A 17-year-old student at Woodbridge High School in Middlesex County, New Jersey, was arrested for possessing a loaded firearm on school property after a peer received threatening text messages and reported them. The gun was discovered during a search, leading to charges of unlawful possession of a firearm, possession for an unlawful purpose, terroristic threats, and possession of a ghost gun. The student is currently held at the Middlesex County Juvenile Detention Center awaiting a preliminary hearing. School officials and local police highlighted the critical role of prompt reporting by students, which helped avoid injuries. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities encourage anyone with further information to contact the Woodbridge Police Department.