09/01/2026
Stanly County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Threat at North Stanly High School
ALBEMARLE, NC — On September 1, 2026, the Stanly County Sheriff’s Office responded to North Stanly High School following reports of a threat of violence.
Upon arrival, deputies and investigators conducted a thorough assessment of the campus. No active threat or danger to students and staff was located.
Deputies immediately initiated an investigation to determine the origin of the report. Through the course of the investigation, investigators identified a juvenile as the source of the threat. The Stanly County Sheriff’s Office is currently seeking formal charges through the juvenile justice system.
Sheriff Jeff Crisco emphasized:
"Any act or threat made against a school in Stanly County will result in charges and the full prosecution of the law. The safety of our students, educators, and community remains our absolute highest priority, and we will exhaust all resources to hold individuals accountable for making threats."
The Stanly County Sheriff's Office encourages students, parents, and community members to report any suspicious activity or threats to law enforcement immediately.