North Carolina Teen Charged With Making Threats Against University of Louisville
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — An 18-year-old from North Carolina is facing criminal charges after police say he made threats of mass violence against the University of Louisville (UofL).
Arrest in North Carolina
Deputies in Davie County, North Carolina, arrested Michael Tedder on Friday after receiving a request for assistance from UofL Police. Investigators had traced the threats back to Tedder’s home address.
Charges Filed
Tedder is charged with communicating a threat of mass violence on educational property. Authorities have not released further details about the nature of the threats or whether additional security measures were implemented on UofL’s campus.
The incident comes amid heightened concerns nationwide about threats targeting schools and universities.
Ongoing Investigation
Law enforcement officials have not confirmed whether Tedder remains in custody or if bond has been set. UofL Police have not commented publicly on any potential impact to university operations.
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