UPDATE: In regard to the investigation into the social media threat at East Hamilton Middle School on Thursday, February 1, 2024,  Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office School Resource Deputies and Detectives with Investigative Services have charged a juvenile suspect with Threat of Mass Violence on School Property (39-16-517) and False Reports (39-16-502). The HCSO takes all threats against our schools seriously and works diligently to ensure a safe learning environment for all students and school staff across Hamilton County.

The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a social media threat involving East Hamilton Middle School.

As a precaution, additional HCSO deputies were on scene this morning for safety as students arrived at school.

This social media threat and the circumstances around it are under investigation.

The HCSO would like to assure the community that as more details become available, an update will be released.