Five Students Arrested for Threats in Arizona
Five Students Arrested for Threats in Arizona

Five Students Arrested for Threats in Arizona

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Four fifth-grade students from Legacy Traditional School in Surprise, Arizona, were arrested for allegedly planning to harm a fellow student. The threats were reported by classmates, prompting immediate action from school staff and a school resource officer to prevent any potential violence. The students, who were not armed and admitted to the threats, were released to their parents after facing misdemeanor charges of threatening and disorderly conduct. This incident is part of a troubling trend, with the Maricopa County Attorney's Office managing 11 similar threat cases involving minors since early September. Police Chief Benny Piña commended the bravery of the students who reported the threats, emphasizing the importance of community vigilance for school safety. The Surprise Police Department encourages parents to remain engaged in their children's lives and monitor social media activities to mitigate such risks.

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