SHAWNEE COUNTY—Law enforcement are investigating a school threat in Shawnee County and have made an arrest.
Just before 9p.m. Thursday, an attentive parent contacted the Shawnee County Sheriff's office to report pictures and a text message they found on their child's cell phone, according to Deputy Abigail Christian.
The photos and text messages had been sent to the child from another juvenile's cell phone and referenced a potential school shooting. Law enforcement were able to confirm the identity of the juvenile responsible for sending the pictures and threatening text messages
Following an investigation, home assessment and interview with the parents of the juvenile responsible for sending the text message, the 12-year-old was transported to Juvenile Intake and Assessment, according to Deputy Christian. Deputies also seized a black Glock Airsoft pistol.
Law enforcement takes every threat seriously. Parents are strongly encouraged to talk with their children about the seriousness and potential consequences of this type of conduct. The sheriff's office applauds the parent in this matter who came forward and immediately reported it to law enforcement.