BATTLE CREEK, Mich. — A high school student accused of threatening to bring weapons to class and harm others is now in custody, Battle Creek Police said Thursday.
Around 7 p.m. Wednesday, authorities got a tip through Silent Observer and Battle Creek Central High School that a high school student had threatened to bring a handgun and a rifle to the school to shoot students.
Detectives looked into the allegations and took a Battle Creek Central High School student into custody.
That student is now at an area juvenile detention facility, authorities said.
The police department continues to investigate the case.
How To Submit a Tip
Anyone can report tips on criminal activities or potential harm directed at students, school employees, or schools. OK2SAY is available 24/7 and tips can be submitted in the following ways:
- Call: 8-555-OK2SAY (855-565-2729)
- Text: 652729 (OK2SAY)
- Email: OK2SAY@mi.gov
- OK2SAY website: ok2say.com
- OK2SAY mobile app: Available for download in app stores for iPhone and Android.
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