Police in North Ossetia Detain High School Student Over Alleged Mining Claim
Authorities in North Ossetia detained a high school student after he claimed that his school was mined. The disclosure came from the regional Ministry of Internal Affairs press service, which clarified the sequence of events and the measures taken by law enforcement.
Earlier, a threatening email was sent to the Vladikavkaz school network. The message warned that an explosion could occur inside one of the educational institutions. In response, police and canine units were dispatched to the scene, and the school was secured as a precaution to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Following a thorough inspection of the facility, investigators reported that no objects or devices posed a danger to people within the building. The safety check concluded without incident, allowing classes to resume once the all-clear signal was given.
Investigators identified the sender of the mine threat as a 15-year-old student from the same school. The teenager admitted that he had exploited the services of anonymous attackers to disrupt an algebra exam. He explained that he found an advertisement for a fake anonymous messaging service on a social network and decided to use it to generate fear and chaos around the school day. The case is being reviewed to determine appropriate charges and penalties under applicable law, in alignment with the teenager’s age and intent. The authorities noted that secondary effects, such as the disruption of educational activities, were a key consideration in the decision-making process.
The incident follows another recent case in which a 14-year-old was detained on charges related to threatening a terrorist attack on school grounds in Shchelkovo. Such occurrences highlight ongoing concerns about youth involvement in online intimidation and the potential harm caused by false threats. Police are continuing to investigate the broader patterns surrounding these actions, including the role of digital platforms and the methods used to solicit or disseminate threatening messages. This ongoing work aims to bolster school safety while ensuring fair treatment and due process for minors involved in such episodes. [Source: Regional Ministry of Internal Affairs]
Experts emphasize the importance of rapid, coordinated responses to threatenings of violence in school settings. Local authorities are reviewing procedures to better distinguish between pranks and credible threats, while providing support to students who may be influenced by online trends or peer pressure. Educational districts are urged to reinforce awareness programs about the legal consequences of sending false threats, and to promote responsible online behavior among students and families. The goal, officials say, is to protect learners and educators without stigmatizing individuals who may be experimenting with risky online behavior. [Attribution: Regional Law Enforcement Communications]