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Starpoint Middle School student arrested for allegedly posting threat on social media

Investigators say the Niagara County Sheriff's Office received a report on March 20 of a photo indicating a threat towards the school that was sent via Snapchat.

PENDLETON, N.Y. — A student at Starpoint Middle School is facing charges for allegedly posting a threat on social media indicating possible violence at the school.

The student, who is not being named due to their age, is charged with one count of Making a Terroristic Threat, which is a felony. 

Investigators say the Niagara County Sheriff's Office received a report on March 20 of a photo that was sent via Snapchat. 

The student was released into the custody of his parents and will appear in Niagara County probation at a later date. 

Police say school officials cooperated with the sheriff's office to ensure the safety of all students and staff.  

Niagara County Sheriff Michael Filicetti said in a release, "We will continue to investigate all school threats and take the appropriate action."

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