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Lanier College and Career Academy student charged after shotgun found in his car

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HALL COUNTY, GA — An 18-year-old student at a Georgia school faces charges after officials found a shotgun in his vehicle parked on campus.

According to the Hall County Sheriff’s Office, Kevin Mondragon was charged with carrying a weapon within a school safety zone at Lanier College and Career Academy.

He is also being charged as an adult, according to officials.

During a search for illegal substances, school administrators found the unloaded shotgun in the trunk of his car, officials said.

There is no evidence that Mondragon intended to harm students or staff, officials said.

This is a developing story. Stay with WSB Radio News for updates.