15-year-old arrested after gun found in Wolverhampton school

Police are investigating the incident that occurred in Bilston

Author: Adam ClarkPublished 17th Mar 2026
Last updated 17th Mar 2026

A 15-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with a gun being brought into a school on Holland Road in Bilston.

West Midlands Police received reports about the firearm just after 11am yesterday morning (Monday).

No students or staff were threatened with the weapon, which police are now assessing.

The teenager remains in custody as investigations continue into the incident.

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