Gun, drugs found in HISD student's backpack, school says

Richard Duran, 18, is accused of bringing a handgun and drugs to HISD's Austin High School campus.

HOUSTON – A student was arrested after authorities believe he brought a gun and drugs to Austin High School's campus Wednesday morning, Houston Independent School Officials said in a statement.

The student was identified by court records as Richard Duran, 18.

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The handgun and drugs were found in his backpack and were confiscated, according to the statement. Police were then notified, the school said. 

He has been charged with possession of a prohibited weapon, according to court records.


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