Threat of school violence not credible, police seek juvenile petition

CRIME

A Chapel Hill Police Department investigation determined a social media post threatening school violence at Chapel Hill, East Chapel Hill, and Carrboro high schools was not credible, according to a report released at 4:30 p.m. on Sept. 18.

A Chapel Hill Police Department investigation determined a social media post threatening school violence at Chapel Hill, East Chapel Hill, and Carrboro high schools was not credible. Today, investigators identified a juvenile responsible for the overnight post and are seeking a juvenile petition.

“Threats against anyone in our community, credible or not, are unacceptable, and we must always take them seriously,” said Chief Celisa Lehew. “The community members who reported this, as well as our partnership with the school system, were essential to a quick resolution. We’re grateful for the team effort.”

Investigators are talking with the juvenile and state law does not allow the release of their name.

Anyone with information should call 911 or contact the Chapel Hill Police Department at 919-968-2760 (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday). Callers who wish to remain anonymous can call Chapel Hill-Carrboro-UNC Crimestoppers at 919-942-7515 or visit https://chapelhillcrimestoppers.com/

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