Teen Charged For Threat At George Mason High School

City of Falls Church Police have charged a 15-year old George Mason High School student with threats to harm people on school property for written note found Monday. He was arraigned Tuesday at the Arlington County Courthouse, and the arraignment has been continued to March 13 pending further evaluation of the teen.

On Monday, school staff reported the note written by the student. Police say the threat appeared credible but there is no danger to the school or public at this time. Police are not releasing the name of the teen.

“The City of Falls Church Police are grateful for the school administration and our School Resource Officer who acted swiftly,” said Chief Mary Gavin in a statement. “It allowed us to intervene in a timely manner. We take these threats seriously. The courage of people coming forward is key in keeping our community and schools safe.”

Anyone with information about the incident should call Detective K. Ankney at 703-248-5238.

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