RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – This week, Rio Rancho police received word of a threat directed at a local school. Now, authorities said they’ve identified their suspect in the case.
On Thursday, Rio Rancho police identified a male juvenile suspect and seized his electronic devices. They alleged those devices contained evidence showing he was directly involved in the threats.
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The suspect hasn’t been named, but officials said they’re working with the FBI and District Attorney’s Office to file criminal charges.
