In a shocking discovery at a prestigious private school in Glasgow, cocaine was found inside the schoolbag of a five-year-old girl. The Glasgow Academy staff uncovered the class-A drug and promptly notified the authorities.
Established in 1845, the exclusive school accommodates nearly 1,700 students aged three to 18, with annual fees ranging from £12,495 to £17,040 depending on the student’s year level. The incident took place several weeks ago, but details are only now coming to light, as reported by the Scottish Daily Mail.
A source within the school expressed deep concern, stating that the incident has deeply unsettled everyone, especially regarding the child’s well-being. The potential consequences could have been severe if the child had accidentally consumed or shared the substance with others.
The Glasgow Academy’s primary campus is situated at Kelvinbridge, with additional locations in Milngavie and Newlands catering to nursery, kindergarten, and prep one to four students. Recent data from the Scottish Health Survey indicates a doubling in cocaine usage among adults in affluent areas, rising from 2% in 2021 to 4% in 2023.
Responding to the incident, a spokesperson for Glasgow Academy emphasized their commitment to child safety, stating that they promptly address any concerns and collaborate with families and authorities. Miles Briggs, the Scottish Conservative health spokesman, highlighted the severity of Scotland’s drug crisis, underscoring the dangers posed by such incidents.
The Mirror has reached out to Police Scotland for further comments on the matter.