After an investigation into the social media threat at East Hamilton Middle School on Thursday, Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office School Resource deputies and detectives with Investigative Services have charged a juvenile suspect.
The youth is charged with threat of mass violence on school property (39-16-517) and filing false reports (39-16-502).
Officials said, "The HCSO takes all threats against our schools seriously and works diligently to ensure a safe learning environment for all students and school staff across Hamilton County."