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Raymond Middle School Student Reports Threat Made via Online Video Game

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Raymond School District
Tina McCoy, Superintendent
43 Harriman Hill Road
Raymond, NH 03077

For Immediate Release

Thursday, May 2, 2019

Media Contact: Jessica Sacco
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Raymond Middle School Student Reports Threat Made via Online Video Game

Angry Gamer Allegedly Threatened Violence at School

RAYMOND — Superintendent Tina McCoy and Police Chief Michael R. Labell report that Raymond School officials and the Raymond Police Department are investigating after an Iber Holmes Gove Middle School student reported to a teacher that he was threatened by a fellow gamer while playing Fortnite online.

A middle school boy reported to a teacher this morning that, while he and another middle school student were playing Fortnite last evening, another player who is unknown to them, became angry during the game and began making threats. The individual also threatened to find the students, harm them and commit a violent act at their school.

School officials immediately notified the Raymond Police Department, and an investigation was launched.

The protocols and procedures put in place in the event of a threat were followed. The Raymond Public Schools and the Raymond Police Department take all threats of violence seriously. At this time officials do not believe there is any danger to the school community.

Superintendent McCoy praised the student for coming forward.

“We tell our students ‘if you see something, say something,'” she said. “We take all threats and perceived threats seriously. The safety, security and well-being of our students comes first at all times.”

The suspect’s username was relayed to investigators, and police are working with the game and technology companies involved in Fortnite to quickly identify the suspect.

“The student in this instance did the right thing by reporting an unsettling incident to a trusted teacher,” Chief Labell said. “While we do not believe there is any danger, we are actively investigating this threat, and detectives are using the many resources at their disposal to identify this individual and ensure safety in our schools.”

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Tyngsborough Police Arrest Greater Lowell Tech Student After Threat Made 

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Tuesday, April 9, 2019

Contact: Jessica Sacco

Email: [email protected]

Tyngsborough Police Arrest Greater Lowell Tech Student After Threat Made 

Threat, Made via Social Media, Determined not to be Credible

TYNGSBOROUGH — Police Chief Richard Howe and Superintendent Joe Mastrocola report that the Tyngsborough Police Department arrested a Greater Lowell Tech student this morning after he allegedly made threats over social media to harm others.

The social media threat was determined to not be credible, and police and school officials have determined that there is no danger to the school community.

A 15-year-old juvenile male from Lowell is charged with Threatening to Use Dangerous Items.

Late last evening, Greater Lowell Tech administrators were made aware of a post on Snapchat, where a student made a threat to commit an act of violence. There was no direct reference to Greater Lowell Tech, however school officials, following the established protocols and procedures, immediately contacted the Tyngsborough Police Department.

The police department launched an investigation, and school resource officers determined that the post was made by the juvenile suspect. The suspect was identified, located and arrested at school this morning.

Greater Lowell Tech opened without disruption this morning.

The police department has determined there was never any danger or ongoing threat to the school or community. No weapons or other dangerous items were found.

“Community members should be assured that there is no danger to students, faculty or staff at Greater Lowell Tech,” Chief Howe said. “I want to commend the school resource officers who worked on this case and quickly determined the origin of the threatening post.

“I wish to further recognize those who brought this threat to the attention of school administrators. Community members are our eyes and ears, and in this case, a student saw something and said something, contributing to the safety of their school community.”

Added Superintendent Mastrocola: “We would like to thank the Tyngsborough Police Department for their aggressive police work that led them to very quickly determine that the threat was not credible. Through their diligent investigative work, officers and school officials were able to identify the juvenile responsible and hold him accountable for his actions.”

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Methuen Police Arrest Boy, 12, After School Threat

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Methuen Police Department
Joseph Solomon, Chief of Police
Quinn Public Safety Building
90 Hampshire St.
Methuen, MA 01844

For Immediate Release

Monday, Feb. 11, 2019

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Methuen Police Arrest Boy, 12, After School Threat

METHUEN — Chief Joseph Solomon, Methuen Public Schools Superintendent Brandi Kwong and Methuen Mayor James P. Jajuga report that a student at the Tenney Grammar School has been arrested and charged with making a threat against the school and one of its employees.

A JUVENILE BOY, AGE 12, OF METHUEN has been arrested and charged with:

  • Making Threats to a School (269/14)
  • Threatening to Commit Murder (275/2)

On Monday, Feb. 11, the principal of the Tenney School informed the Methuen Police Department School Resource Officer of a threat posted as a reply to a post on the school’s official Instagram social media account.

The post threatened to “shoot up” the school and also referenced a specific employee at the school as a target.

Police were able to track down the owner of the account.

The juvenile suspect was arrested and booked before being released into the custody of his mother. He will be arraigned tomorrow in Lawrence Juvenile Court.

Methuen K-9 Rumi and Officer Michael Havey Jr. were among those officers who conducted a search of the juvenile’s home on Monday. No weapons were found.

Chief Solomon, Mayor Jajuga and Superintendent Kwong wish to praise the many students and parents who saw something and said something.

“Our community is the eyes and ears of law enforcement, and the partnerships developed between our police officers and community members are strong, as indicated by the actions tonight that brought a swift and safe end to this disturbing incident,” Mayor Jajuga said.

Superintendent Kwong said, “We are deeply grateful for the students and parents who came forward with the information and contacted school administration as we take these matters very seriously. Our school staff in conjunction with the Methuen Police Department reacted swiftly to the situation for the safety of our staff and students.”

These are allegations. All suspects are considered innocent until proven guilty.

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Melrose Police Conduct Controlled Entry at Middle School Friday Morning after Rumored Threat

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Friday, Jan. 18, 2019

Media Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 617-993-0003
Email: [email protected]

Melrose Police Conduct Controlled Entry at Middle School Friday Morning after Rumored Threat

MELROSE — Chief Michael L. Lyle and Superintendent of Schools Cyndy S. Taymore report that Melrose Police officers and school officials worked together today to conduct an orderly and smooth “controlled entrance” at the Melrose Veterans Memorial Middle School on Friday morning after rumors last evening of a violent threat against the school community.

In the event of a rumored threat, a controlled entry is a process in which school officials work with the police department to ensure that everyone coming into the school, enters via the same entryway and their identities are verified. Backpacks are also searched to ensure no weapons are brought into the building. The intention of a controlled entry is to provide a level of security and reassurance, while not greatly impacting the school day.

Last evening, school administrators received multiple reports of a rumor involving a student who had made a threat to commit a violent act at the school on Friday. The threat did not target any specific individuals. The Melrose Police Department was immediately notified, and a plan was put into place, drawing upon the resources and expertise of the Northeastern Massachusetts Law Enforcement Council  School Threat Assessment and Response System (NEMLEC STARS) for guidance.

Students were allowed in via the main entrance. The arrivals were orderly and conducted without incident or any major delays or disruptions to the school day, which began at 8:15 a.m.

Officials stress that these actions were taken out of an abundance of caution. At no time were students or the school community in danger.

“We take threats very seriously, and we take nothing for granted,” said Middle School Principal Jaime Parsons. “We are very pleased with how things went this morning. The safety of our students is our first priority, and I am very grateful for the response and resources brought in by law enforcement to ensure an orderly start to our school day.”

“Melrose is a charter NEMLEC member, and the members of its STARS program are nationally recognized for their ability to help communities manage these types of situations,” added Chief Lyle. “I am pleased with the behavior and cooperation of our students, faculty and staff today who all worked together to ensure a smooth start to the day.”

The Middle School resumed its normal schedule of activities after the controlled entry.

The incident remains under investigation.

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