Golden Valley, MN – A student at Highview Alternative School was taken into custody Thursday after allegedly threatening another student with a firearm, according to the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities said the incident happened around 12:00 p.m. on September 25, 2025. Golden Valley Police Officers and Hennepin County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the scene, where a firearm was recovered. The school was placed on lockdown during the investigation. No injuries were reported, and officials said the juvenile suspect was detained without further incident.
According to Hennepin County Sheriff Dawanna Witt, the case underscores a troubling trend of weapons-related threats in Minnesota schools this month. “The fact that young people are gaining access to firearms is not just concerning, it’s unacceptable,” Witt said. “We take these threats seriously and investigate them with urgency and precision. The safety of our students and school communities is non-negotiable.”
Law enforcement has not released further details about the student involved, citing the suspect’s age. Officials said the case remains under investigation.
Community members are urged to report any threats or suspicious activity to law enforcement immediately.
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