HEARNE, Texas (KRHD) — Hearne Police announced the arrest of a juvenile Thursday in connection to a tip about threats against the Hearne School District. During the investigation, police learned the juvenile made a comment about using chemicals or explosives to blow up one of the schools.
Hearne police executed a search warrant at the juvenile's home in Bryan. Ammunition was located in the home. Officers took the juvenile into custody for Felony Terroristic Threat.
As a precaution, Hearne ISD canceled classes Thursday.
Below is the full statement from the district's Facebook Page:
Full statement from Hearne ISD Superintendent
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