Charlotte, N.C., September 10, 2025
News Summary
Two parents were arrested at Palisades High School after bringing weapons onto campus on the first day of the new school year. This incident, following a previous shooting at the school, has raised significant concerns about security protocols. The parents mistakenly carried pocket knives and a handgun, not realizing that the school’s body scanner does not detect knives shorter than seven inches. Both have clean criminal records and face charges related to the weapons they brought onto school grounds.
Charlotte, N.C. – Two parents, Regina Mungin and Miquel Williams, have been arrested for bringing weapons onto the campus of Palisades High School on the first day of the 2025 school year, which began on August 25. The incident raises serious concerns about security protocols at the school following a prior shooting incident.
The couple had gone to the school because they were concerned about a shooting incident that occurred on August 18, where a juvenile fired a shot into an empty office. Mungin, who stated that they entered the school without being stopped by security, noted that nobody flagged them or took action as they walked through the building. While in the school office at approximately 9:20 a.m., they realized both had pocket knives on them.
Mungin later explained that her knife was intended for work purposes and expressed surprise at the security oversight that allowed them to pass through. After approximately 45 minutes, the couple informed an assistant principal about their mistake, at which point they learned that the Evolv body scanner used at the school does not detect knives shorter than seven inches. This revelation raised questions about how many other weapons may have entered the school undetected due to this loophole.
Following their disclosure, the parents were escorted out of the school while still in possession of the pocket knives. An officer informed Mungin that bringing a weapon onto school grounds is illegal. As a consequence, Mungin was arrested. Court records later indicated that a handgun belonging to Mungin was also found on school property, although the exact location remains unspecified. Mungin denied any intention of bringing a firearm into the building.
Both Mungin and Williams have clean criminal records and were subsequently released from jail on a written promise to appear in court. Mungin faces felony charges for bringing a gun onto educational property and misdemeanor charges for possessing a box cutter. Williams is charged with a misdemeanor for his pocket knife.
Tim Ivey, a leader in the school district, reiterated that safety and security are paramount within the school community, and any behavior that compromises this will not be tolerated. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) has also communicated its commitment to ensure that safety measures are reinforced, urging parents and students to report any threats or weapons to trusted adults or through an anonymous reporting system. The school handbook clearly states that no weapons are permitted on its grounds.
This incident has intensified scrutiny on school safety protocols, particularly following the earlier shooting just days before school resumed. The court date for Williams has been scheduled for September 25, whereas Mungin’s court date is still pending determination.
Background Context
As schools across the nation grapple with safety challenges, the recent events at Palisades High School underscore the ongoing concerns parents and administrators face. This incident follows a previous shooting incident on August 18, 2025, raising alarms regarding how effectively schools are screening individuals for potential weapons.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools have already taken steps to enhance security through the implementation of body scanners. However, the oversight that allowed individuals to enter the school with knives raises serious questions about the effectiveness and reliability of current security measures in place.
FAQ
What happened on the first day of school at Palisades High School?
On the first day of school, Regina Mungin and Miquel Williams were arrested for bringing weapons, including a handgun and pocket knives, onto the campus amidst heightened concerns following a prior shooting incident.
What charges do the parents face?
Regina Mungin is charged with a felony for bringing a gun onto educational property and misdemeanors for possessing a box cutter. Miquel Williams faces a misdemeanor charge for bringing a pocket knife onto school premises.
How did the parents get through security?
Mungin reported that they entered the school without being stopped by security, later learning that the body scanner used there does not detect knives shorter than seven inches, which would have allowed their weapons to pass undetected.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Palisades High School, Charlotte, N.C. |
| Date of Incident | August 25, 2025 |
| Involved Parties | Regina Mungin, Miquel Williams |
| Charges against Mungin | Felony for gun possession, misdemeanor for box cutter |
| Charge against Williams | Misdemeanor for pocket knife |
| Initial Security Oversight | Pocket knives passed security undetected due to scanner limitations |
| Related Incident | Previous shooting at the school on August 18, 2025 |
| Next Court Date for Williams | September 25, 2025 |
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