TCSS Notifies Parents Of Threatening Language In YouTube Video

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The Tuscaloosa County School System on Thursday notified parents that officials have been made aware of a video circulating on YouTube that includes an individual using threatening language toward a school.

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TCSS spokesperson Terri Brewer confirmed to Patch that there was not a specific TCSS school mentioned in the video, before saying the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office is currently investigating the matter.

TCSS said information in the video indicated to officials that the individual may be from the area.

"Thank you to those who saw the video, and brought it to our attention," TCSS Superintendent Keri Johnson said in a message to parents Thursday. "Alerting law enforcement or school officials about a concern is one of the most important ways you can help keep our schools and students safe."

TCSS also reminded parents and those in the community of its Speak Up for Safety tip line, where confidential information can be submitted anonymously.

"While we are unable to share many details regarding an active law enforcement investigation, we will reach out to our TCSS community directly if there is further information we need to share about this situation," Johnson said. "If you have any information relevant to this investigation, please contact the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff's Office."

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