The incident in Chelyabinsk involved a 12-year-old student who distributed mass SMS messages containing threats of violence targeting classmates. A preventive meeting with the minor was conducted as part of the authorities’ response, according to the Ministry of Internal Affairs Media briefing.
Early in the morning on December 21, school security personnel and teachers alerted law enforcement after receiving a chilling SMS from a local school. Students brought the message to the attention of staff, who then notified the police. The text threatened harm to children not only at the high school but also at nearby schools and kindergartens, prompting swift attention from security and educational authorities.
Officials later identified the sender as a 12-year-old boy who claimed the online hoax was meant to be a prank aimed at his peers. The Ministry of Internal Affairs Media quoted that the youngster said the purpose was to amuse himself at the expense of others, a remark that underscores how junior responders and witnesses sometimes misread intent while facing real fear from the content of the messages.
As part of the security and legal process, an administrative violation report was prepared against the child’s parent, and a preventive meeting was organized to address the behavior and its potential consequences. The proceedings reflect the layered approach taken by authorities to protect students while guiding families through appropriate consequences and educational interventions.
According to officials, the juvenile’s distress stemmed from personal relationship issues, which appeared to influence his decision to escalate the situation by using threats that he mistakenly believed would be perceived as harmless. The incident highlights how personal turmoil can intersect with digital tools, creating a risk that needs careful handling through counseling, parental involvement, and school-based safety protocols. This event serves as a reminder to schools and communities about the importance of vigilant monitoring, clear reporting channels, and supportive resources for students dealing with emotional strain.