Crime & Safety
KANAWHA COUNTY: Sheriff Addresses Social Media Threat Trend
Kanawha County Sheriff addresses social media threats involving AI images at schools. Officials confirm no credible threat and have increased patrols.
By Natalie Rhodes · 2026-09-02T19:45:40.060Z
Kanawha County, WV – The Kanawha County Sheriff's Office is addressing concerns regarding a social media trend involving AI generated images of The Cat in the Hat appearing on school properties alongside threats. Authorities are working to reassure the community that local institutions remain secure.
According to the Kanawha County Sheriff's Office, there are no credible threats against any schools within the county at this time. Officials are actively coordinating with school leadership to monitor the situation closely as they investigate the source of the trend.
In response to the online activity, the sheriff's office has increased patrols around schools to ensure the safety of students and staff. Authorities issued a firm reminder that making threats against educational facilities is illegal and will be taken seriously.
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