Metro Atlanta police department arrests teen after online threats made toward middle school

NORTH FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — The Johns Creek Police Department say they arrested a student this week after online threats.

Police say on Monday, they learned about online threats directed at Haynes Bridge Middle School.

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During their investigation, they learned a 13-year-old student from Autry Middle School made threats targeting a specific student and others at Haynes Bridge Middle School.

The teen suspect is charged with terroristic threats.

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The Johns Creek Police Department takes all threats to school safety seriously and will continue to work closely with school officials to ensure the safety of the students and staff.

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