Charleston City Police confiscated a 3-inch fixed-blade knife with a firestarter from an 8-year-old student’s backpack at Daniel Island School on December 10, 2025.​
Incident Response
An assistant principal isolated the student after a teacher reported him showing the knife to classmates, avoiding any lockdown as no threats occurred. Police questioned the child and parent, confirming no threats, though the duration of possession remains unknown.​
School District Actions
Berkeley County School District urges parents to inspect bags for weapons or look-alikes before school resumes post-holidays. Violations trigger disciplinary measures per policy, potentially including charges and expulsion recommendations.
