TAMPA, Fla. , A 15-year-old Robinson High School student was arrested Tuesday after an on-campus officer found a loaded gun in his possession.
The Tampa Police Department reported that the school resource officer received a tip on September 15, 2026, alerting them that a student might have a weapon on school grounds. Following the tip, the officer conducted an administrative search and found a handgun on 15-year-old Thor Mangas.
According to investigators, Mangas had not made any threats against the school, staff members, or other students prior to the search. Officers placed him under arrest without incident at 12:06 p.m.
“The safety of our schools is always our highest priority,” Acting Chief Brett Owen said. “We thank the individual who came forward with the tip and the quick action of our School Resource Officer. There is zero tolerance for bringing a weapon to school and we will continue to take every report seriously to ensure the safety of our students and staff.”
Mangas faces charges of possession of a firearm on school property and minor in possession of a firearm.
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