Crime

MS Coast teenager arrested after firing gun at school bus, police say

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  • Gulfport police arrested a 15-year-old for shooting at a school bus Wednesday.
  • The teen reportedly argued with students before firing and fleeing the scene.
  • He faces felony gun charges and remains jailed in Harrison County on $1M bond.

A 15-year-old was arrested Wednesday after he fired a gun several times at a school bus in Gulfport, authorities said.

Officers were called at 4:05 p.m. Monday to Turnberry Avenue and George Street. Police said the teenager argued with students before he got off the bus, fired the gun at it and fled.

The teenager faces charges of possessing a gun on school property and shooting at a vehicle. He is held in the Harrison County jail on a $1 million bond.

Police did not immediately release more information.

This is a developing story and may be updated.

This story was originally published August 20, 2025 at 6:40 PM.

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Martha Sanchez
Sun Herald
Martha Sanchez is a former journalist for the Sun Herald
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