Clinton Police identify, apprehend source of online threat

On the evening of Wednesday, February 11, administrators at Clinton Junior High School and Sumner Hill were made aware of two social media posts involving possible threats to student safety at Clinton Junior High School and Sumner Hill.


District and campus administration along with School Resource Officers initiated an immediate investigation.


On the morning of Thursday, February 12, around midnight, investigators with the Clinton Police Department identified a 12-year-old suspect who was promptly apprehended by law enforcement officers. This individual will face all consequences legally allowed.


Additional security measures will still be in place on the campuses of CJHS and Sumner Hill on Thursday, February 12 with Clinton Police presence.


The Clinton Public School District takes all threats seriously. The safety and security of all students, faculty and staff is of the utmost priority.