A Cumberland County High School student charged with a felony after allegedly making a threat of mass violence to school officials and law enforcement.
Crossville Police, Cumberland County Schools, and the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office said in a joint statement members of the District Threat Response Team assisted with the investigation. No weapons were found during the search and no students were in danger during the incident.
“The community, students and staff are encouraged to report any suspicious or potentially threatening behavior related to schools or public buildings. We are committed to investigating every threat received to ensure the safety of our schools and all citizens,” officials said.
The school continued operating throughout the day without a lockdown because of the quick response from officials.
Under Tennessee law, making a threat of mass violence on school property is a Class E Felony. Anyone who knows about a threat and fails to report it can be charged with a Class B misdemeanor.
Juveniles found to have made such threats can also have their driving privileges or ability to obtain a driver’s license suspended for one year.
The release also stated the Tennessee General Assembly recently passed a bill requiring school officials to report threats only if they believe the statements are credible.