Mt. Nebo Middle School threatened again after student-led ‘furries’ protest

Derick Fox
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PAYSON, Utah (ABC4) — Mt. Nebo Middle School and several Nebo School District officials have been subject to more threats, less than a week after initially receiving threats of a bomb in the school.

Nebo School District spokesperson Seth Sorensen confirmed with ABC4.com that the school received more threats on Tuesday night, April 23, and Wednesday morning, April 24. The threats come after Mt. Nebo Middle School gathered national attention for a student-led protest against “furries.”

Sorensen said the Payson Police Department immediately took action and thoroughly swept the school building both Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning. Security footage also found no evidence that suggested the threats were credible.

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“Based on their investigation, they have determined the school is safe and classes will be held as scheduled today,” said Sorensen.

Out of an abundance of caution, Sorensen said there will be a greater police presence at the school for the remainder of Wednesday, as well as additional security to the homes of those who were threatened.

“We understand this news may be concerning to students and parents. Our staff is committed to providing a supportive learning environment for all students,” said Sorensen.

Counseling will be available to provide support to any middle school students who feel anxious due to the threats. In addition, while classes will resume as normal, parents may choose to keep their students home.

Details of the most recent threat were not made available.

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Utah legislature recently increased the penalties for making threats toward a school, particularly for false threats. A recent bill signed into law from the 2024 General Session made false threats a second-degree felony, punishable by up to 15 years in prison and a fine upwards of $10,000.

If it is determined a student made the false threat, the bill requires the student to be suspended or expelled from the public school.

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