The Scotsman

No charges after boy, 5, had knife in primary school

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A five-year-old boy had a knife in a primary school.

Police were alerted to the report of the small potential weapon – which is believed to have been brought from home – on 22 February at a school in Aberdeen.

The boy is below the age of criminal responsibi­lity so there will be no charges.

Police Scotland said there would be a multi-agency response and support would be offered to those involved.

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