The Indian River County Sheriff's Office arrested a 16-year-old on Thursday, after investigating a threat made on social media.
According to a Facebook post from IRCSO, they were made aware of a threat on social media directed at Vero Beach High School. Detectives quickly identified the juvenile and he admitted to making the post after being interviewed.
The School District of Indian River County said the teen is a student in the district. However, he does not go to Vero Beach High School.
He was taken into custody at his home and "charged with making a written threat to kill or cause great bodily harm."
"There is no indication that the juvenile intended to carry out the threat or any other acts of violence," the post states.
The sheriff's office adds that there will be an "increased law enforcement presence" at Vero Beach High.
The School District of Indian River County released the following written statement to WPTV about the arrest:
"Yesterday afternoon, following dismissal, we received a FortifyFL tip regarding a threatening post on social media against Vero Beach High School. The Indian River County Sheriff's Office and Vero Beach High School administration immediately responded and quickly identified the individual responsible for the post. This individual does not attend Vero Beach High School, however, is a student in the district. After a thorough investigation, including a home visit, an arrest has been made. We are proud of our students for being vigilant and reporting a concern when they hear or see something that makes them feel uncomfortable. Thank the IRCSO for their prompt and thorough response to this incident."
