Fifth-grader found with pot at Illinois school

VIRDEN – Police say a 10-year-old southwestern Illinois boy found with marijuana at school won't be charged.

The (Alton) Telegraph reported that the fifth-grader was found with the drug Wednesday at Virden Elementary School.

Virden Police Chief Scott Mayeda said the boy was released to one of his parents, and charges aren't expected.

North Mac School District Superintendent Marlene Brady isn't saying whether the school system plans any disciplinary action against the student.

She said administrators have not had previous problems with the boy.