Student sends texts with possible school shooting threat, Portola Valley CA


A student at Taylor Middle School sent text messages to another student containing references to a possible school shooting, images of Hitler, and emojis of girls and guns. The messages caused concern for school safety. The student involved is usually reclusive and has no known mental health history.
Audio|Source: San Mateo Country Sheriff
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Transcript:
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2760 Welfare Check[1] at 2 Quota Komoda.
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That's 2 Corte Komoda, Cross of Cuerto.
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Sopi is the vice principal at Taylor Middle School.
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We're requesting the welfare check on student, (name withheld).
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The subject sent another student text messages that make the RP believe these students have been planning a school shooting.
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Texts ask the other students if they're coming to school tomorrow and include pictures of Hitler and emojis of girls and guns.
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The student is typically reclusive and has no mental health history.
Police codes explained
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Welfare Check: Request to check on a person's wellbeing
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Portola Valley, CA
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