SALISBURY, Md. — A student at Parkside High School was arrested Wednesday morning after authorities discovered a loaded handgun and a small amount of suspected marijuana in his possession.
The Wicomico County Sheriff’s Office said a school resource officer received information indicating the student, identified as 18-year-old Devon Rinvil Thelusma, may have been carrying a handgun.
Around 9:30 a.m., the officer located Thelusma in the school’s main office and found the weapon along with suspected marijuana. The student was taken into custody immediately and transported to the sheriff’s office for processing. Criminal charges are pending. Officials emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to students or staff. The sheriff’s office is working closely with Wicomico County Public Schools to ensure campus safety. “The safety of our students and staff remains our top priority,” the sheriff’s office said.
