Nashville, Tenn. — The Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) announced the arrests of two students in connection with separate school threats, underscoring the city’s ongoing efforts to address and prevent violence in schools.
On Monday, a 13-year-old student from John Early Middle School was arrested after an investigation revealed that he had used a social media account to threaten multiple schools in the area back in January. The student has been charged with making a threat of mass violence and making a false report.
The following day, a 15-year-old student from Kipp Antioch Global High School was also taken into custody. Authorities say the teenager made verbal threats to other students, which prompted an investigation by the MNPD. Like the John Early student, the Kipp Antioch student faces charges of making a threat of mass violence and making a false report.
“These threats are not taken lightly,” said a spokesperson for the Metro Nashville Police Department in a press release. “We will continue to pursue those responsible for such actions and ensure they are held accountable through the judicial system.”
Both arrests come amid a broader wave of threats targeting schools in Nashville and across Middle Tennessee. While many of these incidents have been resolved without harm, they reflect a troubling pattern of intimidation in local educational environments.
In a recent case, the Macon County Sheriff’s Office investigated a potential threat at a junior high school. Though the threat was ultimately deemed not credible, it serves as a reminder of the heightened vigilance required by law enforcement and school officials to ensure the safety of students and staff.
As law enforcement continues to address these threats, officials stress the importance of preventing future incidents by fostering open communication and supporting mental health initiatives among students. The MNPD’s commitment to prosecuting those responsible highlights the seriousness with which school threats are being regarded in the region.
With multiple arrests already this year, authorities are determined to send a clear message: threats against schools will not be tolerated, and those who make them will face consequences.
