Howell Public Schools Closed Following TikTok Threat
Howell Public Schools were closed on Monday, November 10, after a threat of violence was posted on social media, according to a letter from Superintendent Erin J. MacGregor to families.
Details of the Threat and Investigation
The threat targeted Howell High School and was initially reported as originating on Snapchat. However, Howell Police later clarified it was made on TikTok.
Law enforcement, including the School Resource Officer and an FBI agent from the Detroit/Ann Arbor office, traced the threat back to a residence in Marion Township. The individual responsible was interviewed and claimed the threat was a joke without intentions to cause harm.
- No weapons were found at the home.
- No arrest was made due to the age of the person involved.
- The Livingston County Prosecutor's Office will review the case for possible criminal charges after the investigation concludes.
"Law enforcement needs additional time to thoroughly investigate this matter," the superintendent's letter stated, explaining the closure was a precautionary measure.
Law Enforcement Response
The coordinated investigation involved local police and the FBI to ensure thoroughness. The cooperation highlighted the importance placed on student and community safety.
Summary
The school closure was a precaution after a social media threat traced to a local juvenile, with no weapons found and criminal charges under review.