Northern Colorado High School Student Arrested for Bomb Threat

The 15-year-old female student faces charges for allegedly making a social media post referencing explosives against the school.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 8:11pm

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A 15-year-old female student at Highland High School in Northern Colorado was arrested on Thursday for allegedly making a bomb threat against the school. Police were notified about a social media post made overnight that referenced the use of explosives, leading to a safety sweep of the campus and a delayed start to the school day. The student was arrested at her home and faces charges including interference with staff and false report of explosives.

Why it matters

School threats and safety concerns have been an ongoing issue, especially in the wake of high-profile incidents of violence. This case highlights the need for vigilance and quick response from law enforcement and school officials to address potential threats and ensure the security of students and staff.

The details

According to investigators, the Ault Police Department was notified around 7 a.m. by Highland School District security staff about a social media post made overnight by a Highland High School student that referenced the use of explosives against the school. Law enforcement responded immediately, securing the building and conducting a full visual search of the campus with the assistance of explosive-detection K9 teams. No explosive devices or suspicious items were found, and the school was cleared to reopen by 10 a.m. The 15-year-old female student was later arrested at her home in Pierce and faces charges including interference with staff and false report of explosives.

  • The police were notified about the social media post around 7 a.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2026.
  • A full safety sweep of the campus was conducted over the next three hours.
  • The school was cleared and students were allowed to return to class by 10 a.m. on April 9, 2026.
  • The 15-year-old suspect was arrested at her home in Pierce later that day.

The players

Highland High School

The high school where the 15-year-old student attends and allegedly made the bomb threat.

Ault Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the reported bomb threat and arrested the student.

Greeley Police Department

The department that provided explosive-detection K9 teams to assist in the investigation.

Larimer County Sheriff's Office

The office that also provided explosive-detection K9 teams to assist in the investigation.

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What’s next

The judge will determine whether the 15-year-old suspect will be held in custody or released on bail at a hearing next week.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges schools and law enforcement face in addressing potential threats to student safety, and the importance of a swift and thorough response to ensure the security of the school community.