SAN ANTONIO – A 13-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with threatening calls made to Nimitz Middle School, as announced by Principal Christina Sanchez on Thursday.
On Wednesday, the school received three calls from an “Unknown Caller.” The first two calls were silent, but the third featured a muffled voice making a threatening statement before abruptly hanging up.
Initially, the North East Independent School District’s police department considered the calls to be prank calls. However, Sanchez highlighted a troubling trend, stating, “Unfortunately, these types of calls are becoming a common occurrence.”
In response to the situation, school officials took immediate precautions. They ensured all exterior doors were locked and kept students inside the building following the calls. Additionally, a student reported seeing a threatening message written in a girls’ restroom stall that morning.
While police did not consider the graffiti to be a credible threat at the time, they heightened supervision within the school and initiated hourly restroom checks. Security cameras were also reviewed as part of the ongoing investigation.
Later that same day, the school received another threatening call. As a precaution, school officials enacted the Standard Response Protocol and placed the campus in a “secure” status, restricting students from going outside during the incident.
Adding to the concern, a student also reported alarming social media posts made by a former student. By Wednesday afternoon, police were able to identify the suspect responsible for both the threatening calls and the social media posts, leading to the arrest of the 13-year-old boy. He has been charged with making a terroristic threat, a felony under Texas law.
The investigation into the graffiti threats is still ongoing.
Sanchez emphasized the seriousness of such incidents, stating, “We take these instances seriously and will not tolerate this type of behavior.” Understanding the distress this may cause, she mentioned that counselors are available for students and staff who may need support. She also encouraged parents to have conversations with their children about the importance of reporting any suspicious activity.
For any questions or concerns, parents and guardians can reach out to Nimitz Middle School at 210-356-2300.
