DeLand police search for man accused of pulling gun at high school football game

Jayvion Barthel, 19, considered armed and dangerous

DeLAND, Fla. – The DeLand Police Department is looking for a man accused of pulling a gun Friday night during a fight at a high school football game.

Police said the fight happened between several people around 10:40 p.m. at DeLand High School inside Spec Martin Stadium. The fight stemmed from “an ongoing dispute” in the Spring Hill area, according to police.

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When officers tried to break up the fight, police said Jayvion Barthel, 19, pulled a gun from his sweatshirt and ran off. No shots were fired.

A no-bond warrant was signed for his arrest for possessing a weapon on school property, possession of a firearm by in-state delinquent convicted of a felony and disorderly conduct.

Police said Barthel is considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information about his whereabouts is asked to call 911.

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