On Friday, April 24, 2026 administrative personnel at Shafer Middle School were notified by a student that a male student was observed carrying a firearm in his waistband.  The student observed the suspected firearm when the subject lifted up his shirt.  The School Resource Officer and additional police personnel were immediately notified and responded.  The subject was located by a school administrator, who located the student and was able to safely remove the weapon, which was determined to be a BB gun. Through further investigation a second student was identified in bringing the BB gun to school.

Shafer Administration will be handling internal discipline for both students.  The police investigation is ongoing at this time.  No information will be released regarding the identity of the students.  

Bensalem Police commend the student who notified school staff of their observation and also recognize the quick actions of school administrator to locate the student and safely remove the suspected firearm.