60 arrests made as Wilson County Sheriff’s Office cracks down on teen vaping
The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office made 60 arrests in October due to student vaping, prompting increased enforcement.Summary
The Wilson County Sheriff’s Office is cracking down on teen vaping, which has become a significant problem in local schools, leading to 60 arrests in October alone. Captain Scott Moore noted that over 600 vaping incidents were confiscated in a single school year. In response, schools are installing vape detectors, and resource officers are using testing strips to identify THC in devices. While one vape shop owner claims they do not sell to minors, Captain Moore warned that enforcement is targeting shops selling to underage individuals, who face fines or permit revocation. The Sheriff's Office is also concerned about the severe health risks, citing instances where children were hospitalized, including one case where a 13-year-old suffered a blood clot. Captain Moore urged parents to be vigilant about their children's activities.
(Source：WSMV)
