An Anderson High School student is facing charges after a threat to bring a gun to school was made public over the weekend. According to WISH-TV, Anderson Community Schools released a statement on Facebook detailing that an audio recording of the student's threat started circulating on social media.
The student, whose name and age have not been disclosed by the Anderson Police Department, was arrested Saturday and remains in custody, as confirmed by Anderson Police Department Maj. Caleb McKnight. Reportedly still in the hands of police authorities on Monday morning, the student now faces criminal charges after the threat to carry out the action on Tuesday.
Anderson Community Schools said that, "We take all matters involving student safety very seriously. Which is why, out of an abundance of caution, we are working with APD to put in additional safety measure when student return to school on Tuesday, September 10, 2024," in a statement that was referenced by WRTV. Monday was already scheduled as an e-Learning Day for faculty professional development, potentially averting immediate danger.
In a demonstration of community solidarity, Anderson Community Schools extended their gratitude to individuals who alerted them to the threat: "We would like to thank everyone who shared this threat with us," they reported. "We would also like to thank APD for their swift action and continued partnership to help make our schools safe for our students, faculty and staff," mentioned by school officials, sourced by FOX59. Additional details concerning the security plans have not been released.
