95 Terroristic Threat Arrests at Harris County Schools Since 2022

School Safety Threats in Harris County

• ⚠️ Terroristic threat arrests at Harris County schools have reached 95 since 2022, with individuals aged 17 and older charged in adult court.
• 🎯 Some schools have inaccurately reported threat numbers to the state, as uncovered by KHOU 11 Investigates.

Alarming Cases of Threats

• 📱 A student at Memorial High School allegedly plotted to shoot up and bomb the school, with evidence including school blueprints found on social media.
• 📝 In Katy ISD, a student sent a text threat to a teacher stating, "I'm coming for you first, then everyone else will be dead."
• 💰 An Instagram post in HISD placed a bounty on a teacher's head, reading, "Bigger the price if you get him good."
• 🚌 A verbal threat on a school bus in Sciere ISD warned, "Expect me in a hoodie and sweats tomorrow. I'm going to kill you all."
• 🎯 In Spring ISD, an Instagram post showed a shooting range target with the caption, "I got to practice for Westfield tomorrow."

Importance of Reporting Threats

• 🗣️ Rana Manorus of Crimestoppers emphasizes that no school is immune to threats, regardless of zip code or demographics.
• 💡 Crimestoppers Safe School Institute aims to educate 1 million students on recognizing dangers and the importance of reporting them.
• 🤝 The program stresses anonymity to encourage reporting without fear of being labeled a "snitch."

Reporting Channels for Students

• 📞 Students can report threats via the Crimestoppers tip line, 911, or school police.
• 💻 Every district is required to provide anonymous reporting systems, including phone numbers, apps, or website links.
• 🌐 Resources for these reporting tools are available at khou.com.