Urgent: 13-Year-Old Boy Arrested with Guns, Threats of School Shooting

UPDATE: A 13-year-old boy has been arrested in Washington state after police uncovered a disturbing cache of weapons and writings indicating potential violence against schools. Authorities from the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that this alarming situation unfolded on the afternoon of September 8, 2023, when police received reports of the boy’s threatening behavior.

According to the sheriff’s office, the boy had expressed “school shooter ideations” and made threats to kill, alarming community members and law enforcement. Following these reports, a search warrant was executed at his home early Saturday morning, revealing a “large quantity” of both secured and unsecured firearms.

Authorities reported finding “loaded magazines with school shooter writings” and items that depicted a “typical mass shooting scenario,” raising immediate concerns about the boy’s intentions. The boy has been arrested on unspecified charges, highlighting the seriousness of the situation.

Importantly, officials noted that the teenager is not currently enrolled in any school district, having last attended the Franklin Pierce School District in 2021. This raises further questions about his access to firearms and the potential risks posed to the community.

The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are urging anyone with additional information to come forward. This incident serves as a chilling reminder of the ongoing concerns surrounding gun violence and youth safety in schools across the nation.

As this story develops, community members are left to grapple with the implications of such threats and the urgent need for preventative measures. Stay tuned for further updates on this critical situation.