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Authorities in Santa Barbara County confirmed the discovery of two explosive devices at the residence of a juvenile following an investigation into concerning statements about harming others. The sheriff’s bomb squad was dispatched after reports of threats targeting a school, though officials noted there were no on-campus aspects to the incident. The investigation began on August 18 when deputies received information about the youth's online activities and alleged connections with another Illinois teenager who shared similar 'concerning interests.' While the Illinois agency involved did not deem the situation an actionable threat, the California authorities emphasized the successful thwarting of the potential school threat. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about juvenile behavior and the need for inter-agency collaboration in addressing security risks. Officials have not disclosed which specific school was targeted but confirmed the matter is under active review.

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A 13-year-old boy from Maryborough, Queensland, has been charged after police allege he was involved in threatening behaviour and planning a possible attack on a local school. The investigation began last week when police were called to a business on Saltwater Creek Road after reports that a person armed with a knife was making threats at the premises. The teenager was taken into custody and charged with offences including entering a premises with intent, going armed so as to cause fear, and making threats. Following the initial arrest, the Counter Terrorism Investigation Group conducted further searches at a separate address in Maryborough. During these searches, police allegedly seized electronic devices containing violent and extremist material. Authorities later stated that the boy had also made threats directed at a local school, prompting the escalation of the investigation into potential terrorism-related activity. Police have indicated that further charges are expected, including planning to cause death or grievous bodily harm and possession of violent extremist material. The case is particularly notable as the teenager is understood to be the first person in Queensland charged under the state’s new anti-hate laws, which were introduced to address extremist behaviour and related threats. The boy is scheduled to appear before the Hervey Bay Children’s Court later this week. Investigations remain ongoing as authorities assess the extent of the alleged material and any broader risks. Police have not released further details about the school involved or the nature of the alleged planning, citing the sensitivity of the matter and the age of the accused.

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The management alerted the police, and upon checking the emails, it was found that the email contained threats to kill all the children as a form of revenge. Based on the bomb threat, ADC Sumit Kumar ...