LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — Springport Township Police are seeking a criminal charge against a 14-year-old after allegedly sending a threatening text message.
Police say in a Facebook post they became aware of the threat when the school resource officer for the Springport Schools was informed. The text message was sent to another student, warning that student not to come to school on Monday.
Officers obtained a search warrant for the 14-year-old’s residence. During the search of the home, the youth allegedly admitted to sending the text message. Police say they will seek a juvenile court petition, equivalent to a criminal charge in adult court, for a charge of making terroristic threats against the 14-year-old.
During the search, ammunition and a crossbow were recovered. No firearms were located.
In addition, during the search, officer located a man in the attic of the home. The man was wanted on felony warrants from both Jackson and Calhoun County. He was arrested and taken to the Jackson County Jail.