Germantown police officers responded to an incident which involved four kids standing outside of an apartment complex, with what was described as “AR style” black guns, all wearing dark clothing, and one individual had a ski mask on. Due to the fog and darkness at the time, responding officers were only able to see a silhouette of the individual and what appeared to be a rifle. It was determined that it was a Nerf Gun.

The Germantown Police Department takes these, and all calls very seriously. Thankfully, no one was injured during this event on Thursday, April 16 at 9:30 p.m.

This activity is known as Germantown High School Paranoia 2026, or Nerf Gun Wars. This is not associated with the Germantown School District; however, the students do attend Germantown High School. This is an event that happens every year, and every year the Germantown Police Department receive calls from residents. 

The Germantown Police Department will begin to issue citations to students if this type of activity continues. 

The Germantown Police Department urge parents and students to refrain from this type of activity during evening hours.