A Louisiana teacher, Robert Mitcham, 70, was arrested for allegedly threatening to shoot third-grade students at Downsville Community Charter School. The Union Parish Sheriff’s Office was alerted by a parent, who reported that Mitcham expressed anger, told students he had bullets for his gun, and made chilling statements about the potential consequences. Witnesses said he later apologized after an older student informed another teacher. Mitcham claimed he felt overwhelmed and did not intend to threaten the children. He was charged with terrorizing and has a bond set at $15,000, with conditions barring him from returning to the school. The school’s principal stated that the accounts from students did not align with the allegations made by the parent. Sheriff Dusty Gates emphasized the importance of reporting concerns about violence.
Teacher Arrested, Accused of Threatening to Shoot Third Graders
Updated on September 19, 2024