Sheriff: Juvenile arrested, charged in connection to social media threat

What happened?

A juvenile was arrested and charged in connection to a social media threat made against a school in Florida.

The Polk County Sheriff's Office said the threat was made on Snapchat and involved a student at Tenoroc High School in Lakeland.

The sheriff's office said the juvenile was taken into custody and charged with making a false report concerning a firearm on school property.

What was the threat?

The threat was a photo of a gun with the caption "I'm going to shoot up the school." The photo was sent to another student, who then reported it to school officials.

What is the penalty for making a false report concerning a firearm on school property?

The penalty for making a false report concerning a firearm on school property is a felony punishable by up to five years in prison.

What should you do if you see a threat on social media?

If you see a threat on social media, you should report it to the authorities immediately.

You can report threats to the Polk County Sheriff's Office by calling 911 or by submitting a tip online.

Additional information

• The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident.
• The juvenile's name has not been released.
• The school was not placed on lockdown.