The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say they’ve laid charges after responding to a weapons call at Campbellford District High School.
On February 26, 2025, at approximately 12:10 p.m., OPP say they responded to a report of a student making threats and in possession of weapons at the school. As a precaution, the school was placed on lockdown while officers secured the scene.
Police took a 15-year-old male from Havelock into custody without incident. No injuries were reported, and officers confirmed there is no ongoing threat to public safety. The Northumberland OPP Crime Unit is assisting with the investigation.
A handgun, ammunition and several edged weapons were seized. As a result, the teen has been charged with multiple offences, including possession of a loaded prohibited firearm, carrying a concealed weapon, and uttering threats. The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear in court in Cobourg at a later date.
Due to the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the identity of the accused cannot be released.
Northumberland OPP say they remain committed to public safety and encourage anyone with information to contact police at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 705-745-9000.
Victim services are available through Peterborough-Northumberland Victim Services at 705-748-0324 for anyone affected by this incident.
(Written by: Joseph Goden)
