One Person Detained After Threat Against Yavapai County Elementary School

The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office actively investigated a credible threat made against Dr. Daniel Bright Elementary School earlier Wednesday.

One individual has been detained in connection with the incident. There are no outstanding suspects.

Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office (YCSO) was alerted to the threat thanks to the vigilance of a parent who reported concerning information found on a child’s cellphone.

The report allowed deputies to respond quickly and begin an immediate investigation.
While the investigation is on going, out of an abundance of caution, YCSO will have additional law enforcement officers present on campus tomorrow, October 1. District administration will also be on-site to provide visible support for students, staff, and families.

“The safety of our children is our utmost priority,” said Yavapai County Sheriff Rhodes. “We are extremely grateful for the swift action of the parent who reported this. It highlights the critical role that community partnership plays in keeping our schools safe.”