Student Arrested for Alleged Shooting Threat against Coral Springs School
Threat Made on Social Media
A student was arrested after she allegedly made a social media threat to carry out a shooting at her school in Coral Springs.
Arrest and Charges
Rachell Varela Gomez, 18, was arrested on a charge of intimidation-writing or sending a threat to kill or injure, according to Broward jail records.
Details of the Threat
Police said Varela Gomez posted the threat against Coral Springs Charter School.
Court Proceedings
In court on Wednesday, a judge granted her a $10,000 bond. If she posts bond, she won’t be able to go back to the school and she’ll have to wear a GPS device.
Broward Sheriff’s Office
The Broward Sheriff’s Office took swift action in response to the threat, ensuring the safety of students and faculty at Coral Springs Charter School.
Conclusion
The arrest of Varela Gomez serves as a reminder of the importance of taking threats of violence seriously and the severe consequences that can result from making such threats.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who was arrested for the alleged shooting threat?
- Rachell Varela Gomez, 18
- What was the charge against her?
- Intimidation-writing or sending a threat to kill or injure
- What was the nature of the threat?
- A social media post threatening a shooting at Coral Springs Charter School
- What was the outcome of her court appearance?
- A $10,000 bond was granted, with conditions that she not return to the school and wear a GPS device if she posts bond
