Tyler County Teen Faces Felony Charge for School Threat in Colmesneil

A 17-year-old Tyler County high school student has been arrested and charged with making a terroristic threat.

According to a post on the Tyler County Sheriff's Office Facebook Page, Aaron McDonald made threats while attending class at Colmesneil High School.

Wednesday afternoon, at approximately 5 p.m., Tyler County deputies responded to the school regarding a reported threat made by a student. Officers interviewed Colmesneil ISD Superintendent Sharon Tule, who advised deputies that McDonald had allegedly threatened to shoot up the school.

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What Led To The Threats?

McDonald was reportedly upset with a new classroom seating arrangement, which led to his threats, including "killing everyone in this school." These threats were heard by other students, according to a press release from the Tyler County Sheriff's Office.

Details of McDonald's Arrest

Wednesday evening, Justice of the Peace Mike Hughes issued an arrest warrant for McDonald. Officers served the warrant at his home, and he was arrested and taken into custody.

McDonald was transported to the Tyler County Jail in Woodville and charged with Felony Terroristic Threat.

Hughes set McDonald's bond at $50,000. Several other bond conditions were set by Judge Hughes, which included McDonald being prohibited from Colmesneil ISD property.

The Tyler County Sheriff's Department was quick to express its gratitude to the staff and students at Colmesneil ISD for their cooperative efforts in this matter, which contributed to the overall safety of the school and all involved.

Colmesneil is located a few miles north of Woodville and about 40 miles southeast of Lufkin.