Teen charged after allegedly posting image involving guns, asking directions to ‘nearest school’
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A Florida teen was arrested on a felony charge after allegedly posting pictures of himself online with what appeared to be a rifle, handgun and tactical vest, and a threatening message. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office announced Monday that their detectives received a tip about the images, which they said included the caption,"Hey Siri, directions to the nearest school."and learned the weapons were not true firearms but airsoft guns, the sheriff's office said.
"This type of threat is unacceptable. This man intentionally instilled fear into our community as a sick joke, but be warned, this is no laughing matter," Sheriff Chad Chronister said in a statement. "We will do everything within our power to apprehend, and pursue charges on those who make school-based threats. Protecting students is our greatest priority. We take school threats very seriously, if you see something suspicious, please contact us immediately.".
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