US police arrest boy, 12, walking down street with loaded AR-15 rifle
The police department posted a picture on Twitter of an officer with the seized gun.
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Police in Philadelphia have arrested a 12-year-old boy who was walking down a street with a loaded AR-15 rifle.
The arrest happened during the weekend and authorities said a 19-year-old man carrying a handgun was also arrested.
The police department posted a picture on Twitter of an officer with the seized guns.
The 19-year-old faces charges including terroristic threatening and corruption of a minor.
No charges have been announced for the 12-year-old.
The department urged parents to ensure that weapons are secured.
