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Arrest of Junior Louis at Hardee Junior High Bus Stop

On November 3, 2022, Hardee County Sheriff's detectives arrested 19-year-old Junior Louis after observing him hand an object to a student at a school bus stop. A search of Louis's backpack revealed a firearm with an altered serial number and ammunition, leading to multiple felony charges.

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Why It Matters

The incident resulted in a temporary lockdown of Hardee Junior High School and the arrest of an individual for possession of a firearm on school property.

Key Facts

  • Junior Louis was arrested on November 3, 2022, after being observed interacting with a student at a school bus stop.
  • Louis was charged with carrying a concealed weapon, possession of a firearm with an altered serial number, possession of ammunition by a convicted felon, possession of a firearm on school property, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
  • A Kel-Tec Sub-2000 .40 caliber firearm with an extended magazine containing 28 live rounds was recovered from Louis's backpack.
  • The serial number on the recovered firearm appeared to be altered.
  • Hardee Junior High School was placed on lockdown status following the incident.
  • The student involved was searched by school administration, and no weapons or illegal substances were found on the student.
  • The student confirmed receiving money from Louis at the bus stop.

Who's Mentioned

personJunior Louis“19-year-old individual arrested for firearm-related charges.”other19“Age of the suspect.”locationHardee Junior High School“School where the student involved in the incident attends.”organizationHardee County Sheriff's Office“Law enforcement agency that conducted the investigation and arrest.”other28“Number of live rounds found in the firearm magazine.”personVent Crawford“Hardee County Sheriff.”