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TAMPA, Fla. \- A 17-year-old was arrested Thursday morning after a loaded handgun was discovered in his bag at Gary Adult School in Tampa. Darrice Marvin Saddler was at the school to take a placement test for the GED program when school personnel found the weapon during a routine bag check. A Tampa Police officer stationed at the school immediately took possession of the firearm and arrested Saddler. “This incident highlights the importance of school safety and the diligent partnerships of school officials and our officers in ensuring the safety of our community,” said Chief Lee Bercaw. “This …