Armed Robbery at Einstein High School
- Montgomery County Police arrested a 16-year-old male student for armed robbery at Albert Einstein High School in Kensington after he allegedly robbed another student at gunpoint during lunch on April 28, 2026. - The suspect, a junior at the school, used a handgun to demand property from a 17-year-old victim, who complied without injury before fleeing to report it. - The quick arrest highlights Montgomery County Public Schools' heightened security measures amid a 15% rise in reported school incidents this year. (patch.com) (wusa9.com)
A 16-year-old student at Albert Einstein High School in Kensington, Maryland, robbed a classmate at gunpoint during lunch Tuesday, prompting a swift police response. (patch.com) Montgomery County Police arrested the suspect—a junior at the school—minutes after the 17-year-old victim reported the incident. No shots were fired, and no one was injured. (wusa9.com) The robbery happened around 12:30 p.m. in a school hallway, where the armed teen demanded the victim's phone and cash before fleeing. School went into lockdown until police cleared the building. (nbcwashington.com) Officers identified and apprehended the boy on campus using witness descriptions and security footage. He's charged as a juvenile with armed robbery and handgun possession. (mocoshow.com) Albert Einstein High School, home to 2,000 students in Montgomery County Public Schools, had metal detectors installed last year after multiple threats. This marks the second weapon-related arrest there in 2026. (fox5dc.com) Montgomery County has seen school violence incidents rise 15% year-over-year, leading to expanded resource officers and anonymous tip lines. Officials credit rapid response for preventing escalation. (washingtonpost.com) The school reopened for dismissal on time; counseling services are available Wednesday. Police say the investigation continues for any accomplices. (patch.com) ```
