Police Arrest Juvenile With Loaded Gun in Providence

Police Arrest Juvenile With Loaded Gun in Providence

Providence police arrested a male juvenile with a loaded gun in Providence on Wednesday.

About Incident

Shortly before 8:30 PM, police on patrol on the south side of Providence said they observed a group of teens loitering around a playground area on Harriet Street. 

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According to police, one of the juveniles was in possession of a cross-body bag that he attempted to conceal from police. 

Police said the teen began to walk — and then run — out of the park; police pursued him on foot and apprehended him.

Upon searching the teen, police said they found a loaded gun in his bag as well as a magazine.  

The juvenile was placed in a patrol car and the weapon was handed over to detectives.