On May 15 at 7:30 a.m., two students assaulted another student inside Westlake High School; school administrators were able to separate the students. The student who was assaulted sustained an injury. After the altercation, one of the students damaged several pieces of school equipment and broke out a glass window. The school resource officer has initiated an investigation and has contacted the Charles County State’s Attorney’s Office regarding charges. The students also face disciplinary consequences from the Charles County Public Schools. Anyone with information is asked to contact PFC Joffe at 301-609-3282 ext. 0608.

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