Teen arrested after threatening to shoot up Sanford school, police say

Teen accused of threatening to shoot up Seminole High Schol
A 17-year-old is in custody after police said they threatened to shoot up Seminole High School, according to the Sanford Police Department.
SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. - A 17-year-old is in custody after police said they threatened to shoot up Seminole High School, according to the Sanford Police Department.
The investigation began on March 8 when officials were notified via tip that a teen made a video using multiple guns and other gear making various concerning comments, according to a release. Police said the teen said he had ties to a gang and a terrorist organization in the video and planned the shooting at a certain time of day, among other comments.
Investigators were able to identify the teen the next day and found that he attended Elevation High School. He was located at his residence and placed into custody without incident, according to police.
During the search of his home, the guns and gear in the threatening video were found to be airsoft weapons. Police said no actual firearms were located inside the home.

(Source: Sanford Police).
The teen faces charges of intimidation using written or electronic threat of mass shooting or terrorism act.
Sanford PD Chief Eric Smith said in a statement:
"The swift identification and arrest of Thomas is the direct result of the immediate collaboration and dedication of multiple local and federal agencies and organizations. This fast action and team work most likely prevented a tragedy and saved multiple lives. We are thankful for the assistance of the Seminole County Sheriff’s Office Gang and Habitual Offender Suppression Team (GHOST) and Crime Analyst Unit, Homeland Security Investigations, Lee County Sheriff’s Office, Federal Bureau of Investigation and Seminole County Public Schools."