Juvenile Arrested at Crete-Monee High School Friday

The Crete Police Department reports that a juvenile was arrested last week for allegedly entering the school with drugs and a replica firearm. According to a press release, the incident happened Friday when the juvenile attempted to enter the building for an after school event. The school’s metal detector and a search of the juvenile’s bag turned up multiple cannabis items and a replica firearm BB gun. Security immediately contacted the School Resource Officer. The juvenile was arrested and charged with felony manufacturing/delivery of cannabis on school grounds and disorderly conduct. Per the law, the juvenile was released to their guardian.