Brevard County, FL — A 15-year-old student from Gardendale Separate Day School on Merritt Island has been arrested after allegedly attacking a teacher and attempting to take a gun from a school resource deputy, according to Sheriff Wayne Ivey of the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office.
Violent Incident at Gardendale Separate Day School
The incident occurred on Tuesday, prompting immediate response from law enforcement. Sheriff Wayne Ivey discussed the situation in a social media video, explaining that the teen physically assaulted a teacher during school hours.
A school resource deputy quickly intervened and managed to take the student into custody. It remains unclear whether the teacher sustained injuries from the attack.
However, what followed raised even greater alarm — as the teen attempted to grab the deputy’s firearm during the struggle, according to ClickOrlando.
Sheriff Condemns Attack on Educators
Sheriff Ivey strongly condemned the act, emphasizing the growing concern over student violence in schools.
“Our teachers don’t deserve to have someone attacking them, trying to hurt them,” said Ivey. “They’re there to educate our children, not to defend themselves from violent attacks.”
Ivey further noted that this was not the first time the 15-year-old had attacked a teacher, revealing that the student had a history of similar violent behavior in another Florida county.
Multiple Criminal Charges Filed
Following the incident, the teen was arrested and now faces multiple charges, including:
- Battery on a teacher
- Battery on a law enforcement officer
- Criminal mischief
Authorities have not released the student’s name due to his age, in accordance with juvenile privacy laws.
Ongoing Investigation and Safety Concerns
The Brevard County Sheriff’s Office has not disclosed additional details about the ongoing investigation or any disciplinary actions from the school district.
This latest incident highlights the increasing challenges faced by educators and school deputies who work to maintain safety in environments where student aggression and violence are becoming more frequent.
Sheriff Ivey’s Final Remarks
Sheriff Ivey concluded his statement by reaffirming the department’s commitment to protecting educators and holding violent offenders accountable, regardless of their age.
“We will not tolerate anyone—student or adult—who chooses violence over respect,” Ivey said. “Teachers deserve to feel safe in their classrooms.”
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