FBI Prevents School Attack with Social Media Tip

Two teenage girls were arrested in Houston for allegedly planning a 'mass casualty attack' at Memorial High School, involving pipe bombs and guns. The FBI's Houston office received a tip about the plot via social media and collaborated with local law enforcement, including the Montgomery County Sheriff's Office and Spring Branch ISD Police, to apprehend the suspects within 30 minutes. The girls, aged 15 and 16, were charged with making terroristic threats, with one already in custody on unrelated charges. Authorities emphasized the effectiveness of their rapid response and collaboration in preventing potential violence. This incident highlights the increasing importance and use of anonymous reporting systems in schools for identifying threats. Enhanced security measures have been implemented in the school district, and officials have urged the community to remain vigilant as investigations continue.