Florida Teenager Accused of Making Threatening Calls to North Carolina Schools
A Florida teenager is accused of making threatening phone calls to Mitchell County Middle and Elementary schools in North Carolina. The calls, which included threats of violence, prompted an investigation involving local and federal authorities, ultimately leading to the identification…
Greenville Spartanburg Asheville Anderson, SC, August 23, 2026 —
A Florida teenager has been accused of making threatening phone calls to two schools in North Carolina, authorities announced. The calls were directed at Mitchell County Middle School and Mitchell County Elementary School and contained threats of violence.
The nature of the threats prompted an investigation that involved both local law enforcement and federal authorities. Following an inquiry, investigators identified a juvenile suspect from Florida. The teenager subsequently confessed to making the threatening calls.
Officials have stated that there is no known connection between the accused teenager and the North Carolina schools. Furthermore, authorities have reassured the public that there is currently no ongoing credible threat to the schools or the community.
The investigation is ongoing, and further details regarding potential charges or legal proceedings were not immediately available. The names of the juvenile suspect and specific details about the calls were not disclosed by law enforcement.
Story summarized from the original created by Lorenza Medley on www.foxcarolina.com, see more information here.