Sep 12, 2025

Gun found in backpack at Kansas high school

Posted Sep 12, 2025 10:30 AM

SEDGWICK COUNTY—Law enforcement and USD 266 officials are investigating two students in connection with a gun brought to school on Thursday.

According to a statement from the school district, multiple students at Maize High School reported a possible firearm at the school, 11600 W 45th St N, in Maize.

Maize Police and school administrators worked immediately and collaboratively to locate and confiscate a gun found in a backpack.  Police arrested two students. There were no injuries.