High School Teens Found With Cannabis
Three students aged 12 to 14 were discovered with small parcels of cannabis on a BVI high school campus several weeks ago, police say. The minors were taken to Road Town Police Station, their parents contacted, and they were cautioned about the dangers of controlled substances.
BVI News reports that police were called to a local high school several weeks ago after three students, all between the ages of 12 and 14, were allegedly found in possession of cannabis on campus. School officials reportedly discovered what appeared to be marijuana in the students' possession and contacted police, who later visited the school to investigate.
Authorities say the items recovered included small parcels of cannabis totalling about 10 grams, a lighter, rolling paper and condoms. It is not yet clear how the teenagers obtained the drugs or whether they intended to use them. The three minors were taken to the Road Town Police Station and their parents were informed.
According to reports, the students were cautioned about the dangers of using controlled substances in the presence of their parents. No formal charges have been publicly reported at this time. This incident has intensified concerns among residents about youth behaviour across the territory.
Community members and parents have highlighted a recent uptick in incidents involving minors, pointing to other troubling reports in recent weeks — including an allegation that a 16-year-old pointed a firearm at police officers, forcing one officer to dive for cover. Local calls for action have focused on stronger intervention programmes, expanded youth outreach and a greater police presence around schools.
Educators and community leaders have urged a balanced approach prioritising prevention, counselling and support services alongside enhanced security and enforcement measures. Possession of controlled substances remains an offence under BVI law, and the discovery of drugs on school property raises questions about how students are obtaining substances and whether school policies and supervision need strengthening.
Parents and teachers say early education about the risks of drug use, open communication between schools and families, and accessible counselling for at-risk youth are essential steps. Police and school officials have not released further details about disciplinary or legal outcomes for the students involved.
The incident serves as a reminder for the territory to address youth safety and wellbeing through coordinated responses that combine enforcement, prevention and community support.
Primary source: BVI News