Two Minors Arrested and Ghost Gun Recovered at Weaver High Football Game

Police reported that Friday night disturbances near a high school football game at Weaver High School in Hartford resulted in the recovery of a loaded ghost gun and the arrest of two juveniles.

The Granby-Canton versus Weaver football game was called off following a fight, according to school and athletic officials. Police said that officers were patrolling Weaver High School because a major fight had broken out earlier that evening.

At the end of the game, officers learned there was another fight taking place. Investigators explained that police observed Hartford school security guards trying to hold down a 16-year-old participant in the altercation. After a brief struggle, officers took the teen into custody.

Upon searching the backpack the teenager was carrying, law enforcement discovered a loaded semi-automatic handgun that officials identified as a ghost gun. Authorities said the 16-year-old is prohibited from possessing a firearm. The teen was taken to the Hartford Police Special Investigations Division for processing.

A judge approved an order to detain the teen, who was then taken to a detention center. Police said a second minor was arrested for interfering with officers.

On Saturday, CIAC Executive Director Glenn Lungarini said that the organization knows about the events and has communicated with the two schools.

“The CIAC has been in communication with both schools and is gathering information. We will provide further comment as appropriate once the review is completed,” Lungarini said in a statement.

Granby Public Schools labeled the events a “concerning incident” and confirmed that the game was called off. Officials from the district stated they are collaborating with law enforcement, school administrators, and CIAC representatives to collect details and evaluate what led up to the event.

“The safety and well-being of our student-athletes, coaches, and spectators remain our highest priority,” the district said. “We take incidents of this nature seriously and are committed to ensuring that school-sponsored athletic events provide a safe and respectful environment for everyone involved.”