Armed Person Reported Near School Bus Stops In Anne Arundel County: Police

This story was last updated Thursday at 4:35 p.m.

SEVERN, MD — An armed person was seen walking past Anne Arundel County school bus stops on Thursday, authorities said.

Police noted that the subject was not breaking any laws, however.

Officers said the incident happened in an unspecified Severn residential neighborhood.

The subject was carrying a long gun and staying on public property, authorities said.

The Anne Arundel County Police Department said it talked with the person, who is legally permitted to own firearms.

The gun is also allowed under Maryland's open carry laws, officers said.

The police department said it "has been in constant contact with Anne Arundel County Public Schools and the State’s Attorney’s Office."

Officers said they "are in the area to help ease growing concerns between students and parents alike."