Richton Teen and Parents Face Felony Charges After Reported Firearm Possession on Band Trip

Hattiesburg Laurel, MS, October 16, 2026 —

A Richton teenager and the teen’s parents are facing felony charges after the teenager reportedly possessed a firearm during a school-sponsored trip with the Richton High School band, according to the information provided.

The report identifies the trip as school-sponsored and connected to the high school band. It does not say when or where the trip took place, how the firearm was discovered, or whether anyone was injured. It also does not identify the teenager or the parents.

The specific felony charges have not been provided. The available information does not state whether the charges against the teenager and the parents are the same, when the charges were filed, or which law enforcement agency or court is handling the case. No details were provided about the parents’ alleged roles or the circumstances surrounding the reported possession.

The account describes the firearm possession as reported, rather than providing further details about the allegation or its evidentiary basis. It does not include statements from the family, school officials, investigators or prosecutors. It also does not say whether the teenager remains enrolled in school, whether the band trip was interrupted, or what happened after the charges were brought.

Without those details, the available information establishes only that the teenager and parents are facing felony charges in connection with the reported firearm possession during the band trip. The names of the people involved, the charge details, the date and location, and any subsequent court proceedings were not provided.

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