Greater Sudbury Police Service received a complaint of a young person who had discharged an air gun at Northeastern Elementary School on Dec. 7.
A victim was struck in the calf with a plastic projectile and suffered a welt – he did not require medical attention. Police and school officials investigated the incident and obtained information from parties involved and witnesses.
The young accused, 12, has since been charged with possession of weapon for dangerous purpose and discharge air gun or pistol with intent.