HARLINGEN, Texas (ValleyCentral) — Prosecutors in Cameron and Hidalgo counties are addressing the rise in school shooting threats and drug use on campuses as the new school year begins.

Both counties have seen an increase in threats made by students on social media, leading to disruptions in schools and communities. District attorneys are emphasizing the seriousness of these threats, which can result in felony charges.

"The last couple of years, unfortunately, we have seen a spike in students getting on social media and threatening acts of violence, false alarms, terroristic threats," said Luis V. Saenz, Cameron County District Attorney.

"If you are doing adult things, then we can certify you and try to punish you as an adult," said Toribio "Terry" Palacios, Hidalgo County District Atto

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