Robinson High School Student Arrested After Loaded Gun Found On Campus, Tampa Police Say
TAMPA, Fla. , A school resource officer arrested a 15-year-old Robinson High School student on Tuesday after finding a loaded gun in his possession on campus.
The Tampa Police Department reported that on September 15, 2026, the school resource officer received a tip suggesting a student might have a weapon on school grounds. Acting on the tip, the officer carried out an administrative search and discovered 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 before the search. Officers arrested him 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 now faces charges of possession of a firearm on school property and minor in possession of a firearm.
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