A former student of Christ Presbyterian Academy (CPA) in Nashville who threatened the school and Tennessee Governor Bill Lee is now facing federal charges. The individual, who was arrested on a federal cyberstalking charge, sparked safety concerns that led to a school closure back in March, as per a report by WSMV.
The accused, McKenzie McClure, who also identifies as Kalvin McClure, was taken into custody by the FBI after a troubling voicemail left at CPA on March 24, prompted an investigation. The message said, "My name used to be legally …" followed by a female name, which the Daily Wire reported but chose not to disclose to avoid giving notoriety to individuals seeking infamy through threats.
Further concerns were raised after McClure, also charged under a male name, made a public threat against Governor Lee and his wife on social media. The details of the alarming posts were made available by The Tennessee Star, which indicated the posts targeted the Governor and Maria Lee, who was a former teacher of McClure.
According to the cyberstalking charge filed on April 27, McClure's disturbing social media activity included a post from April 25 that read, "Also Bill Lee knows if he makes one wrong move it’s Joever [sic] for him and my 4th grade teacher… i.e., his WIFE," this troubling post contributed to the case against the former student. The criminal complaint remains a key piece of evidence demonstrating the gravity of the threats that led to the closure of CPA and one other school. All charges come in the wake of a tragic event a year prior, involving another transgender individual and a deadly shooting at The Covenant School.
The events continue to unfold, with the federal government stepping in to address what has become a matter of public safety and concern. The U.S. Attorney’s Office seems poised to take serious measures against those who use technology as a means to convey threats and incite fear in the community, highlighting the broader implications of online conduct. Additional information regarding the case will likely come to light following federal proceedings.
