Two Juveniles Taken into Custody Following Investigation into School Safety Concern

NEWS RELEASE

October 19th, 2026

Scioto County Sheriff David Thoroughman reports that on October 17, 2026, the Sheriff's Office was notified of a potential threat involving Valley Local Schools. A report was taken, and detectives began an investigation.

During the investigation, detectives received additional information that raised concerns about school safety. Deputies and detectives worked with school officials to investigate the report and take appropriate steps to protect students and staff.

On October 18, two juveniles were located and taken into custody without incident. Detectives also recovered evidence connected to the investigation.

Both juveniles have been charged and are being held at the Ross County Juvenile Detention Center. The charges include:

• One count of Making a Terroristic Threat, a third-degree felony

• One count of Complicity to Making a Terroristic Threat, a third-degree felony

• One count of Grand Theft of a Firearm, a third-degree felony

• One count of Receiving Stolen Property, a third-degree felony

• One count of Tampering with Evidence, a third-degree felony

• One count of Inducing Panic, a fourth-degree felony

Sheriff Thoroughman commended Valley Local Schools for promptly reporting the matter and assisting detectives during the investigation. The safety of students and school staff remains a priority for the Sheriff's Office.

The investigation remains ongoing. Additional charges may be referred to the Scioto County Juvenile Court. Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Jodi Conkel at 740-351-1091.