A Michigan man is facing multiple criminal charges after allegedly threatening an elementary school because his child did not receive a snack.
According to a press release from the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office, the incident took place on Wednesday, Oct. 22, when David Scott, Jr., 43, arrived at Pleasantview Elementary School in Eastpointe to pick up his child. Upon learning that his child had not received a snack during snack time, Scott allegedly became angry and made violent threats toward the school, telling a teacher he would return the next day.
Authorities say the school immediately notified law enforcement. Police searched Scott’s home and reportedly discovered multiple rounds of ammunition.
The following day, Thursday, Oct. 23, Scott was arraigned on several charges, including possession of weapons and ammunition by a prohibited person, intentional threat to commit an act of violence against a school, its employees, or students, and disorderly conduct. He was also issued a habitual offender — fourth offense notice, which could influence his sentence if convicted.
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Eastpointe Police allege that during the confrontation, Scott told the teacher he would “air the place out,” a slang phrase commonly used to refer to gun violence, according to reports from WDIV Local 4 and CBS News.
Macomb County Prosecutor Peter J. Lucido condemned the alleged threat in a statement. “There is absolutely no excuse for threatening violence against a school or its staff — especially over something as minor as a classroom snack,” he said. “Our office takes all threats to schools seriously, and we will continue to pursue charges to ensure the safety of students, teachers, and our community.”
Members of the Eastpointe community expressed disbelief and disappointment after learning about the incident.
“Your child goes here. Did you not think about what that can do to your kid?” said Eastpointe resident Eric Haley in an interview with Fox 8.
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Detroit resident Anike Wells added, “I’m like, ‘That’s crazy. Over a snack?’ I don’t think that was called for at all.”
According to Macomb County public records, Scott’s bond was set at $150,000 cash or surety (no 10%), with a court-ordered mental health evaluation. His next court appearance is scheduled for Nov. 5.
