BECKLEY, W.V. — A man was arrested Friday night after Beckley Police say he was found with a handgun during a football game at Woodrow Wilson High School.
Officers were alerted shortly before 9 p.m. that an adult attending the game was allegedly carrying a firearm on school property. Police say the man became combative and resisted officers when they approached him. After a brief struggle, officers took him into custody and found a handgun.
The man was charged with possession of a firearm on school property, violation of a domestic violence petition and obstructing an officer. Police did not release his name in the information provided.
Woodrow Wilson High School said administrators and law enforcement responded promptly and that there was no known ongoing threat to students, staff or spectators.
“The safety and security of our students, staff, families, and community members remain our highest priority,” the school said in a statement. “We appreciate the swift response and assistance of the Beckley Police Department.”
Police say the investigation remains active and additional information will be released as it becomes available.