On Tuesday, April 16, 2024, Concord police responded to an urgent call for assistance at Valor Preparatory Academy, located at 7550 Ruben Linker Rd NW in Concord.
The call pertained to a meeting involving a student, parent, and school administrators, where the presence of law enforcement was deemed necessary to ensure safety and facilitate the discussion.
Upon the arrival of the responding Concord police officer at 12:19 p.m., the meeting commenced, unfolding under the watchful eye of the school's private security officer. The meeting concluded around 12:45 p.m., with the parent and student departing the premises together.
Tragically, the situation took a devastating turn when, during the brief period in which the parent returned to the school to retrieve an item, the student accessed a handgun stored inside the vehicle.
Upon the parent's return, they were met with the harrowing sight of their child suffering from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Recognizing the severity of the situation, additional emergency responders were swiftly dispatched to the scene at 12:47 p.m. Concord Fire Department personnel immediately initiated lifesaving measures, administering aid until the arrival of Cabarrus County EMS. Despite their valiant efforts, the student was pronounced dead by suicide upon arrival at Atrium Health Cabarrus.
In deference to the family's privacy and the sensitivity of the matter, authorities have refrained from disclosing further details at this time.
The heartbreaking incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for proactive measures to address mental health concerns and promote safety within our communities and educational institutions.
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