A 12-year-old girl in Volusia County, Florida, is facing felony charges after allegedly threatening to “shoot up” her elementary school and targeting a specific teacher.
The Incident at McInnis Elementary
According to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office, the student sent digital threats claiming she would carry out a mass shooting on the final day of classes at Louise S. McInnis Elementary School.
The investigation revealed a calculated attempt to shift blame:
- Identity Theft: The girl allegedly stole the login credentials of a 12-year-old ex-boyfriend.
- Framing a Classmate: She reportedly sent the threats from his account to make it appear as though he was the one planning the attack.
Legal Consequences and Charges
The student was arrested in May 2026 and currently faces two felony counts:
- Written threats to kill or do bodily injury.
- Unlawful use of a two-way communications device.
“Zero Tolerance” Enforcement
Sheriff Mike Chitwood has maintained a public and aggressive stance against school threats. Following his “zero-tolerance” policy, the department released footage of the minor being perp-walked and placed in a holding cell. This move is part of a broader effort by local law enforcement to deter students from making “prank” threats, which have seen a significant spike in the region over the last year.
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