Cat in the Hat Threats Cross State Lines | Lexington News

A Florida teen, just 15, is in custody after being linked to nationwide school threats tied to a viral “Cat in the Hat” social media trend. Authorities traced the digital trail from Polk County, Florida, to McCracken County, Kentucky, where the teen faces charges including terroristic threatening and identity theft. Schools across the country—including Allen County, Kentucky—were hit with similar Snapchat and online threats, prompting heavy police presence and parental alarm. Thankfully, no active danger remains at McCracken County High School, thanks to swift FBI and local law enforcement collaboration. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/aff0a20da728e460