Crime
Port St. Lucie 11-Year-Old and 9 Broward County Kids Face Accusations of School Threats
An 11-year-old sixth-grade student at Southern Oaks Middle School recently made a disturbing post on Instagram, threatening a potential shooting at the school.
School officials and law enforcement immediately launched an investigation, swiftly identifying the student who made the threat.
Upon searching the student, authorities determined that the threat was not credible. However, the incident caused significant alarm within the school community.
It is important to emphasize that such threats are illegal and will not be tolerated.
The student has been arrested and faces severe disciplinary consequences, including the possibility of expulsion.
This incident underscores the strong partnerships between the school district, staff, students, and law enforcement, who are dedicated to ensuring the safety of our students.
We urge everyone to take threats seriously, whether made in person or online. The message is clear: If you see something suspicious, please report it immediately.
The Broward County Sheriff’s Office (BSO) has reported that nine children, aged 11 to 15, have been accused of making threats against schools on Instagram since the start of the academic year.
Crime
18-year-old Timothy Haynes killed in North Charleston shooting
His mother was found performing CPR on him, and officers detected a faint pulse.
The Charleston County Coroner’s Office has identified the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred late Sunday night in North Charleston.
Timothy Haynes, 18, was pronounced dead at approximately 11:54 p.m. at the scene of the incident on Wales Court, according to Charleston County Coroner Bobbi Jo O’Neal.
The cause of death has been confirmed as a gunshot wound.
North Charleston Police responded to a call reporting gunfire and an unresponsive individual in the 4200 block of Wales Court. Upon arrival, officers discovered Haynes lying on the ground.
His mother was found performing CPR on him, and officers detected a faint pulse.
They continued life-saving measures until paramedics arrived, but Haynes succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Authorities canvassed the area, seeking video surveillance and witnesses to gather further information.
The North Charleston Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact the North Charleston Police Tip Line at 843-607-2076.
This is an ongoing investigation, and further updates will be provided as more details emerge.