MD (WBFF) — A teen was killed and a suspect is in custody after a shooting at Joppatowne High School in Harford County Harford County Sheriff Jeff Gahler said the school resource officer and principal responded to a fight in the first floor bathroom at the school Gahler said a weapon was fired and struck the victim was airlifted to a nearby trauma center and has since been pronounced dead Gahler says the teen will be charged in this incident and the investigation is ongoing Harford County Public Schools sent an email to all Joppatowne High School families and the community The gun from the incident has not been found yet JOPPATOWNE — Students at Joppatowne High School returned to school Thursday for the first time since last Friday's deadly shooting The district made some changes to ensure student safety WMAR-2 News spoke to a parent and grandparent as they dropped their kids off to school they're hoping there won't ever be a repeat of what happened last week "You just got to go in there and try to get back to what is now your new norm," said Denita Wells," a Joppatowne High School grandparent That's what Wells told her 10th grade granddaughter before dropping her off for class The tragedy was especially tough on Wells' granddaughter because she grew up with Warren Grant He's the 15-year-old who was shot to death in the school bathroom The suspected gunman has since been arrested Only sophomores and seniors were scheduled to return Thursday RELATED: Joppatowne High principal announces schedule for students to return to school Harford County Sheriff's deputies and grief counselors were on site for extra security and support Bonnie Groncki still has many unanswered questions but so many things went wrong and nobody really talked about that I'm waiting for the many phone calls that come I'm waiting for the phone call that says there's a meeting so you can ask so many questions," said Groncki The district said new lockers would be installed next week Students aren't allowed to carry backpacks to school until then Also there's a new policy going into effect September 13 banning bags from school athletic events Groncki believes the temporary book bag rule is an inconvenience "My daughter today had to leave her backpack in the car with all her books and is upset about if she is bringing the right stuff in because she can't carry her book bag not even a purse big enough to put a computer in Kids aren't carrying guns in their book bags," said Groncki All students return to Friday for a half-day with full classes resuming as normal Monday As Joppatowne High School students return to the building following last week’s shooting They’re no longer allowed — at least for now School Principal Melissa Williams, alongside social studies teacher Erica Richardson, who is also the county’s Teacher of the Year, said in a video that new lockers are being installed in the school school staff say large bags that could carry books or a laptop are not allowed On Sept. 6, the district’s first week of school, 15-year-old Warren Curtis Grant of the Edgewood community was shot and killed in a restroom at Joppatowne High School The 16-year-old student accused of shooting Grant is facing murder and assault charges Sophomores and seniors returned to the school building on Thursday but will be dismissed three hours early but will also be dismissed three hours early Regular school hours will resume on Monday The Baltimore Banner thanks its sponsors. 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Grief counselors and additional support for students will be available on those days and teachers’ lessons have been altered so students can leave to speak to counselors if needed Additional staff from the sheriff’s office and the school system will be on-site to provide further assistance “New lockers will be installed next week to ensure that every student will have their own locker,” said Williams To prevent bookbags from being carried around Williams said no bags will be permitted at all until the lockers are available Purses are only acceptable if they are small Students who bring bags that are too large will be “stopped searched” and have their bag taken to the main office for a parent or guardian to pick up students have to store their bags inside them immediately Not doing so can result in being searched and disciplinary action Superintendent Sean Bulson said in a statement that the school system has received “many suggestions” for additional school security and offers of support from the governor “Much of our work since the incident has focused on how we might leverage that support to heighten security and create the safest possible environment in our schools,” he said This reporting is part of The Banner’s Education Hub, community-funded journalism that provides parents with resources they need to make decisions about how their children learn. 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If the problem persists, please contact customer service at 443-843-0043 or customercare@thebaltimorebanner.com by JESSICA BABB & TIFFANY WATSON | FOX45 News HARFORD COUNTY, MD (WBFF) — The Harford County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate the deadly shooting that occurred Friday at Joppatowne High School. Officials say 16-year-old Jaylen Prince has been identified as the shooting suspect He is charged with first- and second-degree murder a judge ordered Prince to be held without bail The Harford County State's Attorney's office argued Prince was a danger to the public The State's Attorney said during a search ammunition was found in his room under his mattress and they found photos of him with a firearm on his phone the attorney representing Prince Monday disagreed with that characterization and instead asked the judge for home detention "I think that everybody has a constitutional right to be not detained while their case is pending because they are presumed to be not guilty," Jenkins said Sheriffs say the gun still has not been recovered at this time friends and community members are remembering and honoring the life of Warren Grant Memorials outside of Joppatowne High School as well as a park in the Edgewood Community have been growing Several of Grant's friends said he had a positive impact on the community ALSO READ |SUN: Vigil held for Joppatowne High shooting victim as 5 area schools close this week he is the perfect example of constantly showing up for people and constantly being there for people,' one of his friends said Joppatowne High School will be closed from Monday School officials said the school system will have counseling staff and meal services available to students from the Joppatowne community this week Counseling services will be available on Monday at Windsor Valley Community Center (10:00 a.m 21040; Edgewood Boys and Girls Club (10:00 a.m 21040 and the Edgewood EPI Center (10:00 a.m there's no reason children should not be able to be safe," said one of Grant's friends ALSO READ |SUN: Joppatowne High School shooting prompts 5 school closures this week in Harford County In a petition circulating online community members are calling for metal detectors and clear backpacks in Harford County Schools In a video released by Harford County Superintendent Dr he said they have received recommendations related to school safety we will conduct community meetings so people may share concerns and ideas about how we might move forward in creating the type of environment we want for our schools and our community," Bulson said Harford County Sheriff's deputies tracked Prince down minutes after they say he shot and killed 15-year-old Warren Grant inside the school because of Maryland's Child Interrogation Protection Act according to Harford County Sheriff Jeff Gahler where you have thousands of people affected between the school and the parents and people that’ll be going to school in future years of wanting to know the answers behind this we’re prohibited from even talking to a 16-year-old," said Gahler ALSO READ |Deadly Joppatowne school shooting reignites debate on arming school police Prince has been known to law enforcement since 2022 The sheriffs say the investigation remains active at this time "As the investigation continues to unfold if it shows that additional individuals were criminally responsible for this act — Hours after authorities announced 15-year-old Warren Grant had died after he was shot at Joppatowne High School religious leaders and community members bowed their heads in prayer at the school "It's just been a sad day," said Daniel Mele Members of the church's youth group go to school at Joppatowne High School They've been texting our youth director and just giving updates during what should be a high-spirited time for the school community and the rest of the kids and teachers," Mike Nolan founder of Harford County-based Breathe 379 said it was shocking and heartbreaking to learn what had happened His niece graduated from the school last year "Just wanted to be a community and come together But sometimes this is what draws folks together but it's important to know that we're here together," Nolan added READ MORE: Student killed in Joppatowne High School shooting, alleged gunman arrested in front of the school whose mascot is the 'Mariner,' held two candles allegedly pulled a gun during a bathroom fight on Friday Students were evacuated and reunited with parents at a nearby church Harford County Schools said it has not made a decision whether classes would be held Monday MD (WBFF) — Overpowering the sound of the school bell signaling the shift from third to fourth period last Friday chaos erupted through the halls of Joppatowne High School like screaming,” said a Joppatowne teacher who asked FOX45 to not share their identify ALSO READ | 16-year-old Joppatowne HS shooting suspect held without bail; ammunition found in his room “We're trying to get kids to calm down They're on the phones with their parents all the kids that were at the window dropped to the ground drastically There are cops with guns on their way in.” The teacher said they didn’t know to evacuate until officers arrived claiming early alerts were missed due to a broken PA System In the days following the incident, Joppatowne teachers and staff have met with Harford County Administrators to raise concerns over the lack of communication and school security. A petition circulating in the the community is also calling for metal detectors to be installed and clear backpacks required “There's a lot going on behind the scenes for them to try and prevent this from happening again it's kind of unknown,” the teacher said Before students return to the classroom on Thursday HCPS tells FOX45 the PA system has been fixed and walkie-talkies have been distributed as an additional line of communication Additional law enforcement and HCPS support staff will also be on site a weapons detection system is being discussed “We have received many suggestions about how best to ensure a more secure environment in our schools. I appreciate the ideas and we will consider every recommendation we receive,” HCPS Superintendent Dr. Sean Bulson said in a videoposted on Sunday lots of schools in the county have talked to their staff about it and said People can say that until they’re blue in the face They there was a gun brought into a Harford County School — Since the shooting at Joppatowne High School claimed the life of 15-year-old Warren Grant on Friday Many people in Joppatowne and Edgewood have been showing support for the Grant family One Joppatowne Community Football Program decided to do more; since Friday it has been collecting donations to give to the Grant family The shooting on Friday is the first shooting death to happen inside a school in Harford County “It’s really hard to swallow not just for us but for the family My heart goes out to the family and all of their friends,” says Dion Guthrie people have been looking for ways to support the Grant family who is the Pesident of the Joppatowne Youth Football Program especially with the connection Warren Grant had with the program “It sent a shockwave through this community for years and years to come Warren played in our program many many years ago; about four years ago he played right here on this field and the way we could honor him is let’s play ball,” says Daniel Jahn who is a parent of two children in the program says many people went to the game last Friday night and the only thing on everyone’s mind was Warren’s death “It's a parent's worst nightmare; it’s terrible for that parent and my heart breaks for them,” says Brittany Cundiff All the teams in the program placed donation buckets at the concession stands “People just came up and started donating left and right," says Daniel Jahn the Joppatowne Seahawks had almost $700 in donations Jahn says it sparked an idea in his mind to make the next game day all about supporting the Grant family He says since there will be several teams on the field all day long he is hoping to get thousands of dollars in donations “This is about helping someone in the community who needs help and all we can do is help you with whatever you need," says Jahn Ahead of the football program's next set of games, the Joppatowne Recreation Council also created a websitefor people to give donations online as well The Joppatowne Seahawks have games Saturday from 9 a.m — Joppatowne High School principal Melissa Williams announced a schedule for students to return to school along with some changes they'll be implementing as well New lockers will installed by next week and bookbags are banned until they're all in it's too big and it's going to be considered a bag," Williams said in a video addressing the school The return to school schedule for students can be found below: This will be their first time back in school following the shooting that claimed the life of 15-year-old Warren Curtis Grant. The unidentified 16-year-old suspected shooter fled to a nearby residential neighborhood RELATED: 16-year-old charged as an adult in connection to the Joppatowne High School shooting yet police say they have an idea of what kind of gun was used There's still no word on how the suspect was able to obtain the weapon SEE MORE: Community prays, remembers Joppatowne High School shooting victim To watch Williams' full video, click here. — Harford County Sheriff's Office has released the name of the suspect arrested in connection to Friday's deadly shooting at Joppatowne High School Authorities say 16-year-old Jaylen Prince has been charged as an adult for murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony/crime of violence Prince was taken into custody Friday afternoon following a report from a nearby neighbor claiming a suspicious subject attempted to break into a house just 20 minutes after the shooting Prince is a student at Joppatowne High School Sheriff Jeff Gahler said the initial shooting stemmed from a fight that broke out in the bathroom between the victim Authorities say Prince allegedly pulled a gun and shot Grant before fleeing the school and parents were directed less than half a mile from campus to Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church for dismissal Investigators say that the reason for the fight and the relationship between the victim and the suspect remain under investigation authorities indicate that Grant and Prince knew each other prior to the shooting This shooting comes just four days into the new school year and follows Wednesday's tragedy in Georgia where two teachers and two students were killed Prince is currently being held in the Harford County Detention Center He is awaiting his initial appearance before a judicial officer The Sheriff's Office says that while an arrest has been made detectives are continuing their investigation Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact Detective Ross with the Harford County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigations Division at 443-409-3555 — Harford County Public Schools announced Saturday that five of their schools will be closed in response to last Friday's shooting at Joppatowne High School The school system says Joppatowne High School will be closed until Thursday and Riverside Elementary will be closed solely on Monday to "provide additional time for staff RELATED: Student killed in Joppatowne High School shooting, alleged gunman arrested the Sheriff's Office announced the charges for the alleged shooter He has been charged as an adult with murder READ MORE: 16-year-old charged as an adult in connection to the Joppatowne High School shooting The school system's release continues by saying there will be no before- or after-care and no after-school activities Staff are to report to their school building on Tuesday To find out any updates, click here is the Maryland 2024 Youth Apprentice of the Year She received the honor from Governor Wes Moore last month Servano is a student with Pathways in Technology Early College High School (P-TECH) program and is a part of the Defense Interns program She's rotating through four defense contractors during the year She plans to major in Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics after she graduates from high school BALTIMORE (WBFF) — The Harford County sheriff said he's working with county and school officials--their top priority to keep staff and students safe after the fatal shooting at Joppatowne High School. The shooting happened inside the school almost three weeks ago and the community remains focused on school security Harford County Sheriff Jeff Gahler weighed in Thursday on Fox45 Morning News on the new security measures put in place at Joppatowne High and other things in place to help keep students and staff safe working with our SROs ((school resource officers) on what ways they can turn to using technology to try to make schools safer Our deputies actually went down yesterday with people from Harford County schools to view some systems in Dorchester County," Gahler said new safety measures at Joppatowne High School include more safety personnel from the school district and the sheriff's office and temporarily banning backpacks The shooting happened September 6th with 15-year-old Warren Grant Another 16-year-old student was arrested for Grant's murder With metal detectors comes security personnel to work them It all comes at a large expense to the taxpayers but there are a finite number of dollars you can use for these types of things So there has to be some reasonable precautions taken," Gahler said Gahler is also warning of increased threats made against schools Just this week he says his deputies arrested a student for threatening on social media to shoot up a school "We did make an arrest in one yesterday morning But 99% (of those threats) are not met with any ill," Gahler said That was my guy; every day he was smiling every day," says Noah Those are the memories Noah will carry on of his cousin Warren Grant who was shot and killed at Joppatowne High School Friday afternoon Noah says he was leaving class when he heard the gunshot He said other students kept saying Grant's name; he says he remembers trying to get to his cousin but teachers stopped him from getting close "And it's harder when you see him laying there like it's different," says Noah hundreds of people gathered at a basketball court in Edgewood for a vigil they also had conversations about how to reduce violence in schools and in communities A conversation Sandra Espinosa says needs to happen more often before incidents like the shooting on Friday "Kids should never be able to get a hold of guns; bottom line kids should never have the opportunity to put a gun in their hand," says Sandra Espinosa Superintendent Sean Bulson sent out a video message to parents about the incident Bulson shared some of the plans the school board plans to make as students go back to the classrooms "Our first priority is to ensure that we address the immediate needs at Joppatowne High School so the community can begin healing Every school has services and staff in place who are ready and available to support your students as we collective process and grieve the loss of one of our own," says Dr But students like Jameir say returning may be harder for students "Some people not gonna want to come to school; some people are not gonna want to talk Some people are not gonna want to go to class; some people are not gonna want to do anything at all because it really hits different for some people that was there so people that wasn't there or their relationships they had with him," says Jamier Harford County Public Schools will have counseling staff and meal services available to students from the Joppatowne community this week Counseling services are available on Monday Windsor Valley Community Center (10 a.m.–3 p.m.) Edgewood Boys and Girls Club (10 a.m.–3 p.m.) and Joppatowne High School can pick up a bagged lunch at these locations students from Joppatowne High School can pick up two-day meal kits at Joppatowne High School and the Windsor Valley Community Center between 12 p.m Following the shooting at Joppatowne High School that killed a 15-year-old student Friday five Harford County Public Schools will be closed for part of this week Joppatowne High will be closed Monday to Wednesday “It is our intention to have students return on Thursday” Joppatowne Elementary and Riverside Elementary schools will be closed Monday Parents were informed of the closures Saturday evening with Harford County Public Schools writing that “the tragic events of Friday have taken an emotional toll on this community and there is a need for time and space to heal.” Find the full story on The Baltimore Sun's website BALTIMORE (WBFF) — The suspect involved in the Harford County school shooting that left one student dead had interactions with law enforcement dating back to 2022 but getting the details will be nearly impossible due to current state laws Warren Grant, 15, was shot and killed inside a Joppatowne High School bathroom on Sept was arrested shortly after the incident and is facing first and second-degree murder and handgun charges; Prince is being charged as an adult Maryland state law prohibits law enforcement from telling school systems details about a student’s criminal past "Confidentiality protections are hallmarks of juvenile justice systems across the country including in Maryland where the General Assembly has recognized that delinquent behavior by young people should not negatively impact their ability to succeed later in life,” said Michael Sharp spokesperson for the Department of Juvenile Services Harford County Sheriff Jeff Gahler said Prince has had “10 interactions” with law enforcement since 2022 but he did not elaborate as to what those interactions were; Sheriff Gahler said Prince was either a victim State law does allow superintendents of school systems to be briefed on some details involving students if the crime is one of several “reportable offenses.” Those offenses include violent crime and others it’s unclear what that communication process is Not sharing too many details with the public “All partner agencies must always operate under the fact that a person is presumed to be innocent until proven guilty,” Boatwright said Boatwright noted that law enforcement doesn’t want to tip off a suspect who could then flee or potentially destroy evidence as the investigation unfolds Meanwhile, Prince was denied bail during a hearing Monday Classes have been cancelled at several Harford County Schools including Joppatowne High School this week; classes are scheduled to resume Thursday Follow Political Reporter Mikenzie Frost on X and Facebook — The Harford County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deadly shooting inside Joppatowne High School Friday A fight broke out between two students inside a school bathroom just after 12:30pm One allegedly pulled a gun and shot the other was rushed to the hospital where he later died Sheriff Jeff Gahler said a School Resource Officer was on duty at the time the school system said both students knew each other but provided no explanation on what led to the fight Gahler said current state law prohibits detectives from speaking with the accused gunman due to his age although it's expected he will be charged as an adult While stopping short of revealing the suspect's juvenile record Gahler said he is known to law enforcement This shooting comes just four days into the new school year and follows Wednesday's tragedy in Georgia where two teachers and two students were killed We spoke with one parent who expressed increased fear and concern for his son's safety at school parents were directed less than half-a-mile from campus to Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church This is what the scene looked like from the air as police responded and evacuations got underway For parents still trying to locate their children the county opened a non-emergency hot-line at 410-838-5800 The school system said it has not made a decision whether classes would be held Monday WMAR-2 News will continue bringing you the latest updates as they become available Harford County (WBFF) — In response to the shooting at Joppatowne High School that led to the death of 15-year-old Warren Grant a Bel Air-based non-profit is raising money for his family the executive director for the Brandon Tolson Foundation said they started a Go Fund Me to assist the family with funeral expenses assistance and support to families who have suffered the loss of a child "They're finding a way to live every day without their son and it's a nightmare they wake up to every day," Long said ALSO READ |Sheriff: Joppatowne HS shooting suspect had ten prior interactions with law enforcement Community members and friends of Warren Grant said he had a positive impact on those around him he is the perfect example of constantly showing up for people constantly being there for people," one friend told FOX 45 Loved playing video games and being with his friends very giving and always dressed to impress." 2024 at 2:43 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}The Joppa Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company reminds residents although there are set routes and schedules emergencies will take precedence over Santa's visits The Joppa Magnolia Volunteer Fire Company reminds residents although there are set routes and schedules emergencies will take precedence over Santa's visits even if a street is included in the highlighted area Santa and the volunteers may not be able to travel every road but will aim for the main roads at a minimum Once Santa visits begin Dec. 6, the Santa tracker will be posted on the fire company's Facebookpage Below is a glimpse of the map with the areas the fire company will be covering and corresponding dates of the visits Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts. by Matt Hubbard | mhubbard@baltsun.com and Dillon Mullan | dmullan@baltsun.com Friends remember Warren Curtis Grant as a helping hand with an infectious smile gathered Sunday evening in Edgewood to remember the 15-year-old who was fatally shot Friday during a fight at Joppatowne High School attendees released blue balloons for his favorite color “Gone too soon,” as they embraced on the neighborhood basketball court where Grant spent many afternoons “He was chill and laid-back and he did not bother nobody,” classmate Natalia Hardy said after the vigil Find the full story on The Baltimore Sun's website. Armstrong Williams takes on the news of the week and asks the questions you want answered. Don’t miss our weekly town hall. 16-year-old male arrested in connection to Joppatowne High School shootingby ALEXA DIKOS | FOX45 News Harford County (WBFF) — 16-year-old Jaylen Prince has been arrested in connection to the Joppatowne High School shooting from Friday afternoon Police say Prince,a student at Joppatowne High School He is currently being held in the Harford County Detention Center ALSO READ |Teen killed in shooting at Joppatowne High School, suspect in custody Police say the events leading up to the incident and the relationship between the victim police say information indicates Grant and Prince were known to each other prior to the shooting Sheriff's detectives are continuing their investigation A fight involving a weapon Friday afternoon led to the evacuation of Joppatowne High School The sheriff’s office told 11 News there is no active situation but did not immediately specify what deputies are investigating A Harford County Public Schools spokeswoman told 11 News that the following message was sent to families: “This is an important message for our Joppatowne High School community The Harford County Sheriff’s Office has responded to the school for an isolated incident on campus today There was a fight on campus to known parties A weapon was brought onto campus and used in the incident The HCSO and HCPS are working together to get this information to you Please continue to follow the HCSO Facebook page for updates on their investigation.” The district did not immediately specify the type of weapon or extent of injuries The sheriff’s office said a reunification center was set up for parents to pick up their children at Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church (622 Joppa Farm Road SkyTeam 11 video showed a heavy response from the sheriff’s office firefighters and paramedics from the Joppa-Magnolia Volunteer Fire Co Ambulances were seen leaving the school and a Maryland State Police helicopter landed on an athletic field SkyTeam 11 video showed authorities appearing to take a person into custody off campus No further information was immediately available The Harford County Sheriff’s Office is currently working an incident at Joppatowne High School — Harford Sheriff (@Harford_Sheriff) September 6, 2024 and the flagship stations for the Baltimore Ravens Hearst Television participates in various affiliate marketing programs which means we may get paid commissions on purchases made through our links to retailer sites.©2023 on behalf of WBAL NewsRadio 1090 and FM 101.5 A community in Harford County held a vigil on Sunday to remember 15-year-old Warren Grant, who died last Friday from a shooting inside Joppatowne High School Grant was shot during an altercation in a restroom, which rattled students, staff and families just days into the new school year. A 16-year-old was arrested and is facing murder charges Those attending the vigil were asked to wear blue it’s definitely hard,” freshman Keon Stewart said “Something happens on your first four days of high school.” The shooting sparked a massive police response as officers searched for the suspect He was arrested in a nearby neighborhood shortly after the shooting Many in the community brought flowers and balloons to the school in Grant’s honor “One of the students — he’s actually my neighbor — he helped bring him out of the bathroom and tried to help him stay alive.” Community members have been trying to support each other since the shooting “A lot of times we tend to go through tragedy alone,” said Joppatowne High School substitute teacher Adam Shellenbarger I knew that there would be people in our community who would feel the need to come out here.” Students said they hope the district will install metal detectors and add extra security shifts throughout the school day,” Stewart said Joppatowne High School students are expected to return to the classroom on Thursday Staff will have the option of returning on Monday but should report on Tuesday morning Joppatowne Elementary School and Riverside Elementary School will be closed on Monday “The tragic events of Friday have taken an emotional toll on this community and there is a need for time and space to heal,” Harford County Public Schools said in a statement School officials said information will be provided about meal distribute while Joppatowne High School is closed Counseling services will also be available for students and staff from “HCPS school counselors social workers and additional central office staff,” Harford County schools said Harford County Schools will be opening up three locations for grief counseling: WJZ is a media partner of The Baltimore Banner MD (WBFF) — A 15-year-old boy was shot and killed inside the Joppoatowne high school in Harford County and the Sheriff still has not found the weapon used after arresting a 16-year-old suspect The Sheriff is claiming The Child Interrogation Act greatly hindered the investigation joined FOX45 Morning News to share the steps the county is taking moving forward to ensure kids will be safe in public schools "We're here to support what the Superintendent and what the the Board of Education think is the appropriate measure," said Cassilly A 16-year-old in his first day at a Harford County high school shot and killed another student before fleeing and being captured Harford County Sheriff Jeffrey Gahler said at a press conference that 15-year-old Warren Curtis Grant of the Edgewood community was taken to Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore “I wish we were sitting here talking about a better outcome for the young man,” Gahler said He said the 16-year-old pulled a gun on Grant during a fight in the restroom at Joppatowne High School before leaving school grounds Other students brought Grant into the hallway where the principal and another staff member found him who police declined to identify because he is a juvenile was apprehended after residents called 911 and a door-to-door search ensued in a nearby neighborhood adding that police have not spoken to the teen but there was “overwhelming evidence” in the investigation Authorities said they responded to calls about a possible active shooter at the school around 12:36 p.m Deputies were at the school within two minutes and more than 100 officers were on campus within 15 minutes including Maryland State Police troopers and police from Baltimore County superintendent of Harford County Public Schools said no decisions have been made about how to handle classes on Monday other than that students will be offered resources to help deal with the incident “Our hearts are breaking for the victim and this victim’s family,” he said “The circumstances are absolutely terrible and this should not be happening in schools.” expressed condolences to Grant’s family and friends told The Baltimore Banner that school officials at Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church were ensuring students who left school for the day were with a guardian Gahler told reporters that school shootings — such as the one at Apalachee High School in Winder that left four people dead on Wednesday — are far too common Gahler said that “parents have to be parents … and know what their children are up to” before something like a school shooting happens “We all have the question; why is a 16-year-old … what is the deal with this How did he get his hands on this gun?” Gahler said Gahler said the 16-year-old is not “unknown” to the police and they’ve had “calls for service that involved him in the past,” but did not provide details Officials do not know how the weapon was brought into the school Gahler said he expects the teen to be charged quickly Bulson said schools prepare for active shooters and on-campus shootings but “it’s never the same when it actually happens.” Moore also offered assistance to county officials and investigators “Every Marylander deserves to feel safe at school,” Moore said Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly described the county as “shocked and saddened” by the shooting “Our hearts are broken for Warren’s family and friends as we pray for healing and peace in our community,” Cassilly said Correction: Several photo captions have been updated to reflect that the photos were taken at a reunification center Harford County Public Schools announced a change in plans to the reopening schedule for Joppatowne High School following Friday’s fatal shooting Students in grades 10 and 12 will return to school on Thursday and dismiss three hours early all students will return and dismiss three hours early Normal operating hours for all students at Joppatowne High School will resume on Monday Officials said they will reach out to students and parents on Wednesday with additional information on what to expect More information can be found here 2024 at 7:35 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Harford County sheriff's deputies were called to Joppatowne High school Friday for a fight between students that involved a firearm Investigators said a 16-year-old shot a 15-year-old in a bathroom after the two fought MD — A 15-year-old boy was fatally shot by a fellow student in a first floor restroom at Joppatowne High School Friday The student died later that afternoon at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore Sheriff Jeffrey Gahler said the student who died was Warren Curtis Grant four days into the school year," Gahler said at a news conference Harford County Public Schools Superintendent Sean Bulson credited the quick actions of a school nurse and principal in tending to the wounded student which "hopefully gave him a good chance to survive this incident." However "It is with great sadness that we share that the victim of the shooting did not survive .. we ask you to join us in keeping Warren’s family friends and the students and staff at JOHS in your thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time We will have additional supports in place for students as we process this tragedy as a school community," the school district posted on its website Officials said the suspect and the victim fought in the bathroom right before the shooting A school resource officer was in the building when the shot was fired and a second officer was on the scene within two minutes More than 100 first responders had arrived within 15 minutes The school’s principal and resource officer heard a commotion in the first floor men’s bathroom The shooting happened shortly after 12:30 p.m in a first-floor men's restroom after classes had dismissed during passing time The suspect fled the school and was arrested at a nearby home after numerous calls to 911 reported him banging on windows and doors trying to enter houses It was noted that the day of the shooting was the suspected shooter's first day at that school despite school having started earlier in the week Wes Moore called the shooting at Joppatowne High School a senseless act and said the state is praying for Grant's family and many other leaders for their swift response I’ve been in touch with Harford County Executive Bob Cassilly and our administration stands ready to lend full support to authorities as they conduct a thorough investigation into this matter," Moore said "Every Marylander deserves to feel safe at school Our administration will continue to support families and all of our partners as we work together to keep our schools May we always remember our solemn obligation to build a better future for our children," said the governor Students were reunited with family members at a nearby church "Our hearts are breaking for this victim and the victim's family This should not be happening in our schools," Bulson said "We are just devastated to be a part of this awful group of schools to have experienced things like this and we're going to do everything we can to make sure this absolutely never happens again." There was an incident involving students at the high school that was reported to the sheriff's office Thursday but Gahler said he couldn't confirm if it was related to Friday's shooting The 16-year-old suspect will be charged as an adult and has been involved in other incidents that required intervention by the sheriff's office Gahler said at the news conference that while current legislation prevents the Harford County Sheriff's Office from questioning the suspect the state's attorney has confirmed the suspect will be charged in the shooting this isn't our first horrible event in the county … we are very thankful this wasn't an active shooter incident but it showed our response was great," the sheriff said "We pray we never have to have to test that system." Bulson said counselors will be available for students in the shooting aftermath "We want to make sure our students are back with their families we'll work on the next steps of reopening the school and returning to business as usual," Bulson said Gahler added that parents need to know what their children are doing and where they are "We are all asking why did a 16-year-old have a gun How did he get his hands on this gun?" Gahler said Joppatowne High School has the capacity for 1,056 students Classes at Joppatowne High School were canceled Friday so that students and staff could attend the funeral of 15-year-old Warren Grant, the student who was shot inside the school on Sept 6. The funeral was just days after a 16-year-old classmate was indicted by a grand jury He’s being charged as an adult very somber mood,” family friend Kelly Joyner said “You can tell that Warren was loved by many.” Grant was led to his final resting place surrounded by his loved ones and classmates “The whole high school was in attendance,” Joyner said The Joppatowne High student died after being shot inside a men’s bathroom during the first week of classes Harford County deputies say Grant’s 16-year-old classmate pulled the trigger after bringing a gun into the school in his backpack The shooting prompted school leaders to make security changes at Joppatowne High School and has upended the nearby community “Just a 15-year-old little guy and just growing up in today’s world.” “He talked about his son all the time,” Joyner said I felt like I knew him just because of how his dad always talked about him.” She said she felt compelled to come to offer support to Grant’s family because she lost one of her sons just a year ago but you will eventually find some peace,” Joyner said I’m just blessed that I had an opportunity to be here for his dad.” is still being held without bail at the Harford County Detention Center WJZ is a media partner of The Baltimore Banner 2024 at 2:39 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}As of Thursday morning $15,749 had been raised from 396 donations toward the $18,000 goal set for a GoFundMe for the family of 15-year-old Warren Grant who was fatally shot in a school bathroom at Joppatowne High by classmate MD — A GoFundMe has been created for the family of 15-year-old Warren Grant who was fatally shot in a school bathroom at Joppatowne High by a classmate The Brandon Tolson Foundation is hosting the GoFundMe and attended virtually from the Harford County Detention Center very giving and always dressed to impress," according to his GoFundMe $15,749 had been raised from 396 donations toward the $18,000 goal Warren is survived by his parents Dawn and Warren along with his siblings Robert All proceeds will be used to help the family with his funeral service 2024 at 2:49 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}Joppatowne High School Principal Melissa Williams emphasized the no bags rule at games in a video shared with students' families and guardians​ last week as students prepared to return to school MD — As athletic events resumed over the weekend for Joppatowne High School officials enforced the temporary new rule that no bags were allowed at games The rule is one of several being enforced by school officials after the fatal shooting of 15-year-old Warren Curtis Grant in a school bathroom Joppatowne High School Principal Melissa Williams emphasized the no bags rule at games in a video shared with students' families and guardians last week as students prepared to return to school one immediate item we can act on is to not allow any bags into our athletic events this weekend We anticipate slight adjustments and additional details after this weekend We ask for your understanding and cooperation this weekend in providing this additional layer of security at our athletic events," Williams said in the video Students returned to Joppatowne High School last week without being able to take bookbags Those who brought bags large enough to hold a laptop or book were stopped and searched and the bags confiscated until a parent or guardian could pick up the bag New lockers are being installed this week that are bigger and larger bags must be stored inside lockers instead of carried around the building Students who do not abide by the new safety guidelines will be searched and potentially face disciplinary action 2024 at 12:23 pm ET.css-79elbk{position:relative;}To help improve safety in the building deputies from the Harford County Sheriff's Office wearing their easily identifiable uniforms in addition to the assigned school resource officer were on hand for the first day back to school at Joppatown H.S MD — Tenth- through 12th-grade students began returning to class Thursday after Joppatowne High School had been closed for three days following the fatal shooting of 15-year-old Warren Curtis Grant in a school bathroom Grief counselors and additional support staff are on hand this week at the school Students returning to Joppatowne High School this week cannot bring bookbags Those who bring bags large enough to hold a laptop or book will be stopped and searched and the bags confiscated until a parent or guardian can pick up the bag She described these additional safety measures in a video New lockers will be installed next week that are bigger and larger bags must be stored inside lockers instead of carried around the building Realizing that students may still struggle with being back in school teachers have mapped out flexible lessons plans for the week “We want our students to be able to process and decompress throughout the day We also want students who are ready to continue with their instruction to be able to do so," Richardson said Upperclass students returning to school Thursday will have a three-hour early dismissal All students will return Friday with another three-hour early dismissal The school plans to be back to its regular hours for all students Monday “We are all grieving,” Richardson said in the video we can grieve together and support one another.” Harford County deputies arrested 16-year-old Jaylen Prince shortly after they say he killed Grant in a first floor school bathroom during a fight between the two that broke out Friday It was Prince's first day at the school even though school had started earlier that week Prince made his first appearance in court Monday where a judge denied bail A GoFundMe has been created for Grant's family — A 69-year-old man is dead after a fire in Joppatowne early Christmas morning Firefighters got the call to the 200 block of Doncaster Rd and were able to put out the fire in a little under a half-hour was found dead in the basement of the home according to the Office of the State Fire Marshal Six other people lived in the home and were displaced by the fire The Harford County Sheriff's Office is handling the death investigation while the Office of the Maryland State Fire Marshal is looking into the cause of the fire The State Fire Marshal also noted that investigators were unable to find working smoke detectors in the home An earlier version of this story stated that the man who died was 68 per the Harford County Sheriff's Office and has been updated with more recent information from the Office of the State Fire Marshal Rachel Dobkin is a Newsweek reporter based in New York. Her focus is reporting on politics. Rachel joined Newsweek in October 2023. She is a graduate of The State University of New York at Oneonta. You can get in touch with Rachel by emailing r.dobkin@newsweek.com Aila Slisco is a Newsweek night reporter based in New York Her focus is on reporting national politics where she has covered the 2020 and 2022 elections the impeachments of Donald Trump and multiple State of the Union addresses Other topics she has reported on for Newsweek include crime public health and the emergence of COVID-19 Aila was a freelance writer before joining Newsweek in 2019 You can get in touch with Aila by emailing a.slisco@newsweek.com either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content A student is accused of fatally shooting his classmate at Joppatowne High School in Maryland on Friday while attending his first day of school even though it was the fourth day of the school year was arrested in the killing of a 15-year-old boy during a dispute at the school The high school is roughly 37 minutes northwest of Baltimore Harford County Sheriff Jeff Gahler said the victim was believed to have been shot once School nurses attended to the boy before he was taken to a hospital in serious condition four days into the school year," Gahler said at a news conference on Friday The shooting occurred during a clash between the teenagers in a school bathroom in the early afternoon Students were quickly evacuated following the gunfire and a parent-student reunification center was established at a local church Gahler said that the school's principal and resource officer responded immediately to the shooting and that the first outside deputy arrived at the school within two minutes More than 100 officers were on the scene within 15 minutes "The system worked and it worked in this instance; the sad part is that we're discussing a school shooting at all," Gahler said The suspect was apprehend by police after fleeing to a nearby apartment complex The boy's name was not released due to his age but he is expected to be charged as an adult at which point his identity will be revealed The shooting was not considered an "active shooter" incident and a weapon has not been recovered A motive for the deadly gunfire remains unknown although a police investigation is ongoing Authorities identified the teen victim as Warren Curtis Grant The Joppatowne gunfire marked the country's second high school shooting this week and 46th this year The shooting occurred two days after two students and two teachers were shot dead by a semi-automatic assault-style rifle at Apalachee High School in Winder, Georgia. Colt Gray, a 14-year-old student at the school, was charged in the killings after surrendering to school resource officers The victims in the Georgia killings were identified as students Mason Schermerhorn and Christian Angulo and teachers Richard Aspinwall and Cristina Irimie were injured in the mass shooting and taken to hospitals Barrow County Sheriff Jud Smith said they were all expected to survive two counts of second-degree murder and eight counts of cruelty to children—accused of allowing his son access to the rifle that police say Colt used in the shooting There have been 384 mass shootings this year a nonprofit that tracks gun violence in the U.S The nonprofit defines mass shootings as incidents in which four or more people are shot or killed Newsweek is committed to challenging conventional wisdom and finding connections in the search for common ground Newsweek is committed to journalism that's factual and fair Hold us accountable and submit your rating of this article on the meter. 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