School Resource Officers Investigate Threat Of Mass Violence At Maryland High School

A potential tragedy was avoided in Charles County when officers were able to intervene after there was a threat of mass violence uttered by a student at North Point High School.

North Point High School
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Zak Failla

12/15/2022 9:53 a.m.

At 11:11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 14, a spokesperson for the Charles County Sheriff's Office said that a School Resource Officer was made aware that a student made a threat to commit mass violence in the building during an argument.

The Resource Officer launched an investigation into the incident and contacted the parents of the students who made the alleged threat, which was reportedly unfounded.

Investigators also responded to the student's home, according to the sheriff's office.

The investigation into the threat is ongoing, and charges against the student are pending. The student also faces possible disciplinary action through the Charles County Public Schools system.

Anyone with information has been asked to contact PFC Joffe at the Charles County Sheriff’s Office by calling (301) 609-3282 ext. 608 or Charles County Crime Stoppers at 1-866-411-TIPS.

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