BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Buffalo Police announced an 18-year-old was arrested on Friday after making threats against Buffalo Academy for Visual and Performing Arts.
Matthew Valdiva Merced is facing several charges including criminal possession of a weapon and making a threat of mass harm.
Students made school administrators aware of the threatening posts on social media. Buffalo Police then started their investigation.
They identified Merced, who allegedly made the threats, and arrested him on Plymouth Avenue, recovering a handgun.
If you see any suspicious comments or threats, call the Buffalo Police at (716) 847-2255.
