CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Editor's: Note: The attached video aired on Sept. 12.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is investigating an apparent threat against West Charlotte High School, a district spokesperson confirmed on Monday.
WCNC Charlotte received a tip from a parent who said their child was told a current West Charlotte student was telling others about a potential shooting at the school on Monday, Sept. 16.
CMS said it is aware of the threat and is investigating. The district hasn't provided any further details.
The threat comes after a string of threats made at schools across the Charlotte area. Two people, including an 11-year-old, were connected to threats at schools in Cleveland, Gaston and Lincoln counties. The 11-year-old was accused of making threats against Gaston County schools, while the other suspect, also a juvenile, was arrested in connection with threats in Cleveland County.
CMS told WCNC Charlotte that an increase in threats isn't uncommon following acts of school violence, such as the Apalachee High School shooting in Georgia. The district said last week that over 40 North Carolina schools have received threats, all of which are not credible.