Juveniles Arrested for School Threats in Meriden, NC

Meriden Police have arrested two juveniles in connection with social media threats targeting local middle schools, while another juvenile is under investigation. The threats were reported on Facebook and Snapchat, prompting increased police presence at the schools for safety. Superintendent Mark Benigni confirmed that the threats are part of a broader trend of similar incidents occurring across Connecticut and other states. He emphasized the seriousness of these threats and warned of consequences for reposting such messages. Additionally, other school districts in Connecticut, including Torrington and Bristol, have closed schools in response to related threats. In Beaufort County, NC, a juvenile has been charged with felony Communicating a Threat of Mass Violence on Educational Property after a threat was directed toward P.S. Jones Middle School, leading to increased security measures.