Student Facing Attempted Murder Charge Arrested At Des Moines Middle School

(Des Moines, IA) -- A 13-year-old is in custody, facing multiple charges connected to a November shooting.

Des Moines Police arrested the suspect at Brody Middle School, where he had been indefinitely suspended during the investigation. At the time of his arrest, police say he was carrying a handgun and marijuana.

Police say the suspect is charged with the following:

  • Attempted Murder
  • Robbery – 1st Degree
  • Assault With A Weapon
  • Going Armed With Intent
  • Person Ineligible To Carry Firearms
  • Carrying Weapons On School Grounds
  • Possession Of Marijuana


The November 20 incident remains under investigation.


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