14-year-old boy arrested for Petaluma school threat

( KRON ) — A 14-year-old Petaluma boy was arrested Wednesday night in connection to threats of violence directed at two high school campuses earlier in the day, the Petaluma Police Department announced Thursday.

According to police, the threats directed at Casa Grande High School and Petaluma High School suggested that “an act of violence would occur on a Friday afternoon.” Petaluma PD did not believe the threat to be credible, however stated that all threats are taken seriously and are thoroughly investigated.

On Wednesday evening, the 14-year-old suspect was identified and contacted by officers at his home. Police searched the home, where no firearm was located, Petaluma PD said.

The boy was arrested for criminal threats and booked into juvenile hall without incident, authorities said.

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