September 12, 2024 – On Wednesday evening, Wilson County Schools shared a message with the families and staff of Mt. Juliet Middle School and Green Hill High School regarding a social media post currently under investigation by WCSO.
After a thorough investigation, an arrest has been made involving an 8th-grade student from Mt. Juliet Middle School.
The student has been taken into custody.
This social media post, similar to a Snapchat threat that originated from another county, has caused significant concern. In this instance, the same image circulated on a different platform, which prompted further investigation.
The WCSO says: “Whether a threat is real or a hoax, we are fully committed to investigating every case and holding those responsible accountable. These threats disrupt the lives of students, educators, and families, and we will continue to work diligently to protect our schools and community from harm.
We urge parents to have serious conversations with their children regarding the consequences of making school threats or sharing harmful content. Law enforcement, prosecutors, and school officials are not treating these issues lightly. A comment or social media post made as a joke can lead to suspension, expulsion, or far more severe consequences.
With Tennessee’s new laws addressing school threats, we want to make it clear that these situations will be handled with the seriousness they deserve by law enforcement and school officials. Please emphasize to your children that even a thoughtless remark can result in losing a year of school, separation from their families, and the potential loss of driving privileges for up to a year.
Our priority remains the safety and well-being of all students and staff. We appreciate the cooperation of our community in these efforts.”
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