NEWARK, Del. — A school resource officer at Glasgow High School arrested three students Wednesday morning after discovering a stolen, loaded handgun in a student’s backpack. The incident prompted a swift police response but ended without injuries to students or staff.
Gun Discovered Following Tip from School Staff
According to the Delaware State Police, the incident occurred around 9:19 a.m. on December 3, 2025, after school staff alerted the on-duty School Resource Officer (SRO) that three students had been overheard discussing a “trap,” a term often used to refer to a firearm.
The students — identified as a 15-year-old male, a 17-year-old male, and 18-year-old Troy Alston — were escorted to the main office for questioning.
When the SRO approached the 15-year-old student, he attempted to flee, sparking a brief struggle in the hallway. The 17-year-old student and Alston reportedly grabbed the officer from behind in an effort to prevent the arrest.
All three were ultimately taken into custody after additional officers responded to the scene.
Stolen Firearm Recovered from Backpack
During a search of the 15-year-old’s backpack, police discovered a loaded .40-caliber handgun. A computer check later confirmed the firearm had been reported stolen to the New Castle City Police Department.
Officials said the weapon was immediately secured and no injuries occurred during the altercation.
Charges Filed Against Students
The 15-year-old student from Newark faces a series of serious felony charges, including:
- Possession of a Firearm by Person Under 21 (Felony)
- Possession of Ammunition by Person Under 21 (Felony)
- Possession of a Firearm in a Safe School Zone (Felony)
- Carrying a Concealed Firearm (Felony)
- Possession of a Firearm During the Commission of a Felony (Felony)
- Receiving a Stolen Firearm (Felony)
- Resisting Arrest
He was arraigned at Justice of the Peace Court No. 11 and committed to a Delaware youth facility in lieu of a $117,000 cash bond.
Troy Alston, 18, of Bear, Delaware, was charged with:
- Hindering Prosecution (Felony)
- Conspiracy 2nd Degree (Felony)
- Offensive Touching of a Law Enforcement Officer
Alston was released after posting a $5,000 secured bond.
The 17-year-old student faces identical charges to Alston and has been released into the custody of his guardians.
District and Law Enforcement Response
The Delaware State Police confirmed that no lockdown was necessary as the weapon was secured quickly. The Christina School District has not yet issued an official statement but is expected to review school safety protocols following the incident.
Authorities emphasized the importance of staff vigilance and immediate reporting, which prevented what could have become a far more dangerous situation.
The investigation remains ongoing as police work to determine how the students obtained the stolen firearm.
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