Baker High School student arrested for allegedly bringing gun to campus

A 13-year-old ninth-grade student at Baker High School in Louisiana was arrested after allegedly bringing a firearm to football practice on Sunday. The student reportedly kept the weapon in a backpack, though it was not seen by others during the practice session.

Following the report, Baker Police questioned the student and took him into custody on Monday. While the student initially claimed he could no longer locate the weapon, officers eventually found the firearm off school grounds.

In response to the incident, Baker Police increased their presence on campus and implemented additional security measures. Out of an abundance of caution, Baker High School announced it will hold virtual classes on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, to allow investigators to continue their work. School officials issued a statement emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy regarding guns on campus and urged parents to discuss gun safety and violence with their children.