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Man Arrested for Threatening Children’s Summer Camp in Maryland
Emmitsburg man faces charges after allegedly threatening to ‘shoot up’ kids’ Bible camp
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✍️By ZRIntel Editorial Team📍Emmitsburg, MD
A 37-year-old man from Emmitsburg, Maryland, has been arrested and charged after allegedly threatening to carry out a mass shooting at a local childrens summer Bible camp. Authorities say the suspect made multiple verbal threats and gestures at a church hosting the program, referencing recent school shootings and warning staff that 'they're next.' Local law enforcement responded immediately, and the man was taken into custody without incident. A search of his residence yielded multiple legally owned firearms, though none were brought to the church grounds during the threat. The camp was evacuated and operations suspended for the week. Community members expressed outrage and fear, especially parents who had dropped their children off that morning. Church officials are working with trauma counselors to help campers and staff recover emotionally. The suspect faces multiple felony charges including terroristic threats and attempted child endangerment.