Teenager charged over allegedly carrying weapon near Aberdeenshire school

It happened yesterday near Peterhead Academy - a 14 year old's due in court in connection

Published 12th Sep 2017

A teenage boy has been charged for allegedly carrying a weapon near an Aberdeenshire school.

Police say the incident happened on Monday in the Peterhead Academy area and a 14-year-old boy was detained to help police with their enquiries.

Inspector George Cordiner of Police Scotland said: “Officers received a report on Monday of a teenager allegedly in possession of a weapon in the Peterhead Academy area.

“Officers attended and a 14-year-old was quickly detained to assist with their enquiries.

“He has subsequently been charged and is due to appear in court."