Rutherford County Schools Director says two students arrested for making false reports about school threats

Rutherford County Schools Director Dr. Jimmy Sullivan posted a video message on social media to parents Tuesday afternoon in response to the arrests of two students he says made false reports about school threats.

“Parents we are asking for your help. Please talk to your children about the severe consequences of making threats, even if it’s intended to be a joke or prank. Please encourage them to think before posting or to report any concerning behavior they see online,” said Sullivan.

Sullivan says in the past two weeks the district has seen nearly 20 verbal and social media threats targeting...