Juvenile Detained in Bleckley County Following Threats
A juvenile in Bleckley County, Georgia, was taken into custody after making a school shooting threat and subsequently expressing plans for an "active event" at a church. The juvenile remains in the custody of the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice…
Macon, GA, September 18, 2026 —
A juvenile has been taken into custody in Bleckley County, Georgia, following threats that included a school shooting and an “active event” at a church. The Bleckley County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the apprehension and subsequent transfer of the juvenile to the custody of the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice.
The incident began when authorities received information regarding a threat made by the juvenile towards a school. Further investigation revealed additional plans for an “active event” at a church. Specific details regarding the nature of these threats or the timeline of events were not immediately available.
The juvenile’s name has not been released due to their age and the ongoing nature of the investigation. The individual is currently being held by the Georgia Department of Juvenile Justice. The investigation is active and ongoing, with law enforcement continuing to gather information.
Authorities have not provided further details concerning the specific charges the juvenile may face or the exact dates of the threats. The investigation is being handled by the Bleckley County Sheriff’s Office, with cooperation from state juvenile justice authorities.
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