Crime & Courts

Police: Teen arrested at Wichita elementary school after stun gun used on staff member

A 13-year-old girl was arrested Monday after using a stun gun on a staff member at Woodman Elementary, Wichita police spokesperson Juan Rebolledo said.

The incident happened around 9 a.m. The 13-year-old girl and her mother got into an argument on school grounds, Rebolledo said. It Is unknown what the argument was over.

The staff member intervened during the argument. The teen then took out a “stun/flashlight combo” object and stunned the staff member, who was not seriously injured, Rebolledo said.

Wichita Public School spokesperson Susan Arensman said the staff member was fine.

The 13-year-old girl was arrested on suspicion of simple battery, Rebolledo said. She was not a student at Woodman Elementary, 2500 S. Hiram.

This story was originally published December 5, 2022 at 2:37 PM.

Eduardo Castillo
The Wichita Eagle
Eduardo covers crime and breaking news for The Wichita Eagle. His previous work experience includes stints at KWCH 12 Eyewitness News, the local CBS affiliate in Wichita, and as a marketing manager for a local real estate team. In addition to writing, Eduardo also enjoys still photography and cinematography. News tips? email at Edcastillo@wichitaeagle.com or call 316-268-6213.
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