LOA student arrested after gun found in car

A Lake Oconee Academy senior was arrested Aug. 5 after an investigation that began when a cigarette lighter fell from his backpack and ultimately led to the discovery of a firearm in his car.

Abias Smith, 18, of 1690 Northeast St., Greensboro, is being charged with possession of a weapon in a school safety zone.

According to a press release from the Greene County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were disp…