The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office announced on May 6 that its School Resource Officer Unit investigated a report of a firearm on school property at Randleman Middle School on May 4.
According to the sheriff’s office, deputies identified Corey Matthew Saucier in connection with the incident. Following their investigation, Saucier was taken into custody and transported to the Randolph County Detention Center. A magistrate found probable cause to charge Saucier with felony possession of a firearm on educational property. He received a $1,000 secured bond and was scheduled for a first appearance in Randolph County District Court on May 5.
The sheriff’s office said, “At no time during this incident was there a threat to student safety. The situation was resolved quickly and without incident.” Officials also noted that “Mr. Saucier was cooperative throughout the investigation.”
Authorities reminded the public about North Carolina General Statute § 14-269.2, which makes it a Class I felony to knowingly possess or carry any firearm on educational property—including school buildings, buses, campuses, grounds, recreational areas, athletic fields, or any location hosting school-sponsored activities.
Academic readiness data show that of senior students taking the science portion of the ACT in Randolph County school districts during the 2022-23 year, 15.9% were considered ready for college; among juniors it was 14.2%. For reading readiness among seniors it was 23.6%, and for juniors it was 21.1%. Math readiness rates were lower: among seniors it stood at 13.1%, while juniors posted a rate of 10.1%, according to the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.
Officials say maintaining safe schools remains an ongoing priority as local education data highlights both academic achievements and challenges.
