WILMINGTON, DE — A 14-year-old male juvenile is facing multiple charges after Wilmington Police say they discovered him in possession of a loaded firearm while illegally operating a motorized scooter on the evening of July 4.
According to authorities, officers were patrolling in the area of Justison and Beech Streets at approximately 9:04 p.m. when they observed a male subject riding a motorized scooter in violation of local regulations. Upon making contact, police identified the individual as a 14-year-old male juvenile.
During the encounter, officers allegedly found the juvenile to be in possession of a loaded 9mm handgun. The teenager was taken into custody at the scene without incident.
The juvenile has been charged with possession of a firearm by a person prohibited, carrying a concealed deadly weapon, and unlawful operation of a motorized scooter. Following arraignment in Justice of the Peace Court 11, he was released on $5,000 secured bail.
All charges are allegations. The juvenile is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
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