LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – School threats are rising across the nation, Arkansas being one of the states impacted by this phenomenon.
Whether the threats are not followed through, police are enforcing consequences.
“I think the solution of more parent involvement and more parent engagement is actually a solution to many of the issues we see in schools,” Little Rock School District Superintendent Dr. Jermall Wright said.
Little Rock Police Department said in a statement posted to Facebook :
“The Little Rock Police Department (LRPD) has been actively responding to threats of violence against local schools, demonstrating our commitment to ensuring the safety of students and staff. Our efforts have resulted in two arrests of individuals who threatened to commit acts of violence on school property. These charges also have strict consequences.”