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NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 28, 2026Hillsborough

Lee County Sheriff reports student tip led to firearm seizure at Coronado High School

A student's report of concerning behavior resulted in the discovery of a gun and ammunition at Coronado High School on Wednesday, August 26. The Lee County Sheriff's Office confirmed the incident following the student's tip.

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Why It Matters

The incident highlights the role of student reporting in school safety protocols and the subsequent law enforcement response to weapons on campus.

Key Facts

  • A student reported concerning behavior by another student at Coronado High School.
  • The report led the Lee County Sheriff's Office to discover a gun and ammunition on the school campus.
  • The incident took place on Wednesday, August 26.
  • Sheriff Carmine Marceno publicly credited the student's tip for the discovery.

Who's Mentioned

otherGlock 17“Firearm model found in the vehicle”locationCoronado High School“School where the incident occurred”personChristian Viard“19-year-old student arrested”organizationLee County Sheriff's Office“The law enforcement agency that responded to the tip”otherBirdie“LCSO K9 unit”locationLee County Jail“Facility where the student was booked”personCarmine Marceno“Lee County Sheriff”