Student-Teacher Arrested After Concerning Snapchat Post Sparks Investigation
- A student-teacher in Washington, Illinois was arrested on April 10, 2026, after an FBI tip led authorities to a concerning Snapchat post in which she allegedly asked whether...
- Hensey Elementary School in Tazewell County, where the 22-year-old student teacher, identified as Kristen Volpe, was taken into custody during school hours following the tip from the Federal...
- Law enforcement officials confirmed the investigation began after monitoring social media activity flagged the Snapchat message as a potential threat, prompting immediate action to ensure student safety.
A student-teacher in Washington, Illinois was arrested on April 10, 2026, after an FBI tip led authorities to a concerning Snapchat post in which she allegedly asked whether she should “shoot” a student, according to official reports.
The arrest occurred at John L. Hensey Elementary School in Tazewell County, where the 22-year-old student teacher, identified as Kristen Volpe, was taken into custody during school hours following the tip from the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
Law enforcement officials confirmed the investigation began after monitoring social media activity flagged the Snapchat message as a potential threat, prompting immediate action to ensure student safety. The post was reported to authorities through official channels, leading to the FBI’s involvement in the case.