Dr. Phillips High student arrested for bringing handgun to school

17-year-old Joshua Brown was arrested Thursday, April 9, after police were notified he had a gun in his possession.

By Leticia Silva
| 5:42 p.m. April 9, 2026

Southwest Orange
News

Dr. Phillips High School student Joshua Brown, 17, was arrested Thursday, April 9, after bringing a handgun to campus.

According to the Orlando Police Department, Dr. Phillips High was notified of a student on campus with a loaded firearm.

Officers quickly identified Brown and located him in class.

Brown attempted to flee, but School Resource Officers intervened and safely took him into custody.

A 9mm handgun was recovered from his backpack.

He now faces charges of possession of a firearm on school property, possession of a firearm by a minor and resisting arrest without violence.

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Leticia Silva

Staff writer Leticia Silva is a graduate from the University of Central Florida. As a child, her dream was to become a journalist. Now, her dream is a reality. On her free time she enjoys beach trips, trying new restaurants and spending time with her family and dog.