When a teenage boy told his parents about a disturbing message passed along from a friend, they were horrified—and they immediately called law enforcement.
According to the report, another juvenile boy allegedly threatened to beat up, kidnap, and stab their son. The threats didn’t stop there—the boy reportedly said he looked up the family’s house online, studied the floor plan, and knew exactly where the boy slept. His plan? Break in and stab him.
😱 The trigger?
The boy allegedly made the threats after he was caught vaping and believed the other teen might tell his parents.
🔍 What deputies found:
- The targeted boy’s family didn’t want to press criminal charges.
- They did ask that the threatening teen stay far away from their son.
- Deputies visited the accused boy’s home and spoke with his parents, warning them a protection order could be coming.
🚨 When threats get this serious—especially involving kids—what can you do?
💡 Here are some important steps to take if your child is threatened:
- Take every threat seriously. Even if it seems exaggerated or unlikely, safety comes first.
- Get law enforcement involved immediately. A report creates a legal record and opens the door for protective action.
- Document everything. Save texts, screenshots, and anything that could support your child’s case.
- Consider a protection order. This legal barrier can prevent further contact and send a strong message that threats won’t be tolerated.
- Talk to your child’s school. They may take action under their code of conduct and help keep the students apart.
- Seek support. Threats can be traumatic. Counseling may help your child process fear or anxiety.
🛑 Don’t brush it off. A threat that involves weapons, stalking, or plans to break into your home crosses a line—and needs immediate attention.
In today’s digital world, where floor plans and personal details are just a click away, threats feel all too real. Protecting your child starts with speaking up and staying alert.