Mass Shooting Plot Foiled at Pontiac High School Graduation, 1 Suspect Arrested, 1 at Large

Authorities in Pontiac, Michigan, thwarted a potential mass shooting at the Arts and Technology Academy of Pontiac's high school graduation ceremony after deputies responded to a fight and were alerted to a Snapchat threat. Two loaded firearms with high-capacity magazines—an AR-style pistol and a Glock semi-automatic handgun—were found hidden under cars in the parking lot. Nineteen-year-old Deahveon Shamar-James Whaley was arrested at the scene, while 20-year-old Jamarion Jaryante Hardiman remains at large, with law enforcement urging the public not to approach him but to report sightings immediately. Neither suspect was a student but had connections to attendees through family or friends and were involved in ongoing disputes with community members. Sheriff Michael Bouchard emphasized that the quick response and information sharing likely prevented a mass shooting and called for community vigilance. Authorities continue to investigate and ask anyone with information about Hardiman to contact the Oakland County Sheriff's Office.