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