Teenager Detained After Carrying Firearm onto Las Vegas School Premises
By TheNevadaGlobeStaff, October 24, 2023 5:39 pm
Las Vegas, NV – On Friday, October 20, a juvenile who was not a student of Silverado High School was arrested on school campus for carrying a firearm. The school principal has confirmed the incident and has informed parents about it.
Principal’s Email:
“This is Jaime Ditto, Principal at Silverado High School.
In an effort to keep you informed of important matters happening in and around our school, we want to inform you that a juvenile not associated with the school was arrested with a firearm on campus.
There was no threat to students or the school. Please take this opportunity to discuss school safety with your students.
Parents, please remind your student to never hesitate reporting anything that may be a possible safety issue to an adult.
Students and parents can make reports through SafeVoice by calling 1-833-216-SAFE (7233), through the website at [safevoicenv.org](http://safevoicenv.org), through the free downloadable phone app, or by calling CCSDPD dispatch at 702-799-5411 for immediate attention.
If you have any questions or concerns about your child, don’t hesitate to get in touch with the school’s main office at (702) 799-5790.”
Credits: 8 News Now
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