Nashville, Tenn. — A 13-year-old student is facing multiple charges after reportedly making two false claims of a shooting at her school in Nashville earlier this week. According to the Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD), the student, enrolled at Nashville Prep, was arrested on Wednesday, March 26, following her involvement in two separate hoax calls to emergency dispatchers.
The student allegedly called 911 on both Tuesday and Wednesday, stating that there was an active shooter inside the school. These calls prompted an immediate and substantial response from MNPD officers, who rushed to the scene in response to the supposed threats.
School administrators quickly identified the student as the source of the calls. In an interview with police, she reportedly admitted to making both false reports. As a result, she was charged with making a threat of mass violence and two counts of filing a false report, and will face Juvenile Court proceedings.
This incident follows a similar case involving another 13-year-old at KIPP Academy, who was also charged with falsely reporting a school shooting after allegedly being dared to do so. Both events highlight an alarming trend of false threats being made at local schools, which have sparked heightened concerns regarding the safety of students and the allocation of law enforcement resources.
The MNPD emphasized the seriousness with which they treat such threats, stating that once individuals responsible for making false reports are identified, they will be held accountable. Authorities have also warned that these types of hoaxes can cause unnecessary panic and drain resources that could be needed for real emergencies.
The recent arrests serve as a reminder of the legal consequences of making false claims, particularly in relation to school safety. Law enforcement officials are urging parents, students, and the community to take the issue seriously and to refrain from engaging in similar behaviors.
As investigations into these incidents continue, authorities remain steadfast in their commitment to ensuring the safety of students and staff at Nashville schools.
