Crime
Weirton 13-Year-Old Arrested on Terrorist Threats Charge
The juvenile will be charged with the felony offense of “Threatening a Terroristic Act” and will face prosecution accordingly.
Weirton, WV – A 13-year-old female student from the 7th grade has been arrested on one count of felony Terrorist Threats, according to the Weirton Police Department.
The charge stems from a social media post where individual students were threatened. The juvenile is currently being held at a juvenile detention facility and is scheduled to be arraigned in Hancock County Magistrate Court on Friday.
Hancock County Prosecuting Attorney Steven E. Dragisich released a statement regarding the incident, stating that on or about September 11, 2024, the following message was posted on Snapchat: “I am coming for you guys. This is more people on my list.” The post then listed seven juveniles who attend Weir Middle School. Additionally, references to “shooting up” Weir Middle School were made in the conversation section of the same Snapchat account and were shared with multiple students.
Following a thorough investigation by the Weirton Police Department, the juvenile responsible for the threats was detained. The juvenile will be charged with the felony offense of “Threatening a Terroristic Act” and will face prosecution accordingly.
Prosecutor Dragisich expressed gratitude to the Weirton Police Department, the Hancock County Board of Education, and the Hancock County Prosecutors Office for their dedication and efforts in identifying and apprehending the juvenile.
The Weirton Police Department worked closely with the Hancock County Prosecutors Office and the Hancock County Board of Education during the investigation.
SAN ANTONIO, TX — Two San Antonio police officers were shot during an incident on the city’s West Side Wednesday morning, according to Police Chief William McManus. The suspected gunman is also reported to be down.
The shooting occurred shortly after 8:30 a.m. in the 6800 block of U.S. Highway 90 westbound, near Military Drive, in the parking area of the Travelodge Motel.
Multiple emergency medical units were dispatched to the scene following reports of officers injured by gunfire.
When officers responded to the location, an exchange of gunfire ensued, resulting in both officers being struck.
The suspect was also shot during the confrontation.
The conditions of the officers have not yet been released, and it remains unclear how severe their injuries are.
The access road along U.S. Highway 90 westbound has been closed as police secure the area and conduct a full investigation.
A large law enforcement presence, including tactical and crime scene units, remains on site.
Chief McManus confirmed that additional details will be provided during a scheduled press briefing later today, as investigators work to determine the events leading up to the shooting and whether any additional suspects were involved.
Residents are urged to avoid the area as the investigation remains active.