NCSBI probe of ‘concerning’ social media post regarding high schools finds no credible threat

By Submitted Story on August 20, 2026

(NC SBI)

(NC State Bureau of Investigation)

On Aug. 20, the NC State Bureau of Investigation announced the findings of an investigation into a ‘concerning social media’ post that referenced high schools in Dare, Chowan, Perquimans, Bertie and Gates Counties.

Here is the statement.

On July 26, 2026, the NC State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) received information regarding a concerning social media post that referenced five area high schools in Chowan, Perquimans, Dare, Bertie, and Gates Counties.

Local law enforcement immediately began investigating the matter and requested assistance from the SBI’s Behavioral Threat Assessment (BeTA) unit. Joint efforts were made between all involved Sheriff’s Offices and the SBI BeTA Unit to ensure the concerning post was properly investigated, and all agencies were aware of the information.

A thorough threat investigation was conducted, and no credible threat was found as it relates to the involved social media post.

If anyone has questions, please reach out to your local sheriff’s office. Any additional information will be shared through the SBI’s social media platforms.