On Feb. 9, 2023, the Arkansas City Police Department was notified of a possible threat to a specific individual at the Arkansas City Middle School, which was planned during school hours. As with all reported crimes, this incident was taken seriously, and there was an increased officer presence at the Arkansas City Middle school on the morning of Feb. 10, 2023. The 15-year-old suspect in the alleged threat was contacted and arrested without incident for criminal threat and transferred to a secured juvenile facility. The case will be sent to the Cowley County Attorney’s office for prosecution. If you have questions or concerns about this or any ACPD press releases, please contact Police Chief Eric Burr at (620) 441-6601 or email him at eburr@arkcity.org.