Police: Huntington High School student arrested for making threat on Snapchat
Police say they were called to the school on Tuesday.
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A Huntington High School student is facing charges after making a threat of mass harm on social media.
Police say they were called to the school on Tuesday.
News 12 has learned the threat was made on Snapchat.
The 18-year-old was taken for evaluation and will face a judge at a later date.
Statement from the Huntington Union Free School District:
I wanted to inform you of a situation at Huntington High School. Earlier today, we were informed of a threat made on Snapchat by a student. The Suffolk County Police are actively investigating the situation along with district administration, although the threat has been deemed noncredible. We understand that situations like this can affect students in various ways. If your child feels the need to talk to someone about this or any other concerns they may have, please reach out to the mental health staff in your child's building for support. I also want to take this opportunity to remind everyone about the significant risks associated with social media and making threats. Such actions may have serious consequences and can impact our entire school community. Rest assured, the Huntington Union Free School District is committed to working closely with our School Resource Officers and local police to ensure a safe and secure environment for all students and staff. Thank you for your attention and cooperation.
