Cocaine was discovered in the schoolbag of a five-year-old girl attending a prestigious private school in Glasgow, according to reports. The Glasgow Academy staff found the class-A drug and promptly informed the authorities.
The private institution, established in 1845, caters to nearly 1,700 students aged three to 18. The annual fees range between £12,495 and £17,040 depending on the student’s grade level.
Although the incident occurred several weeks ago, details are only now surfacing, as per the Scottish Daily Mail. An undisclosed source expressed deep concern, stating that the situation has deeply unsettled the school community, particularly due to worries about the child’s safety.
The school, with its main location in Kelvinbridge and additional campuses in Milngavie and Newlands, provides education for nursery, kindergarten, and prep one to four students.
Recent data from the Scottish Health Survey indicates a doubling in the cocaine usage rate among adults in affluent areas of the country, rising from 2% in 2021 to 4% in 2023.
In response, a spokesperson for Glasgow Academy emphasized their commitment to child safety by promptly addressing any concerns raised and collaborating closely with families and relevant authorities.
Commenting on the incident, Miles Briggs, the Scottish Conservative health spokesman, highlighted the severity of Scotland’s drug crisis and the potential dangers faced by the child involved.
The Mirror has reached out to Police Scotland for further information.
