Investigación por amenazas de tiroteos en escuelas

Authorities in Baja California launched an investigation after threats of school shootings surfaced at multiple Tijuana schools on April 22, 2026. The Fiscalía General del Estado's Specialized Prosecutor's Office for Adolescents filed a formal case for the crime of threats. (elimparcial.com) The threats appeared on social media and were directed at several local schools, prompting immediate school closures and heightened security measures. Authorities deployed additional police patrols around school zones and urged the public to report suspicious activity. (sandiegouniontribune.com) The Fiscalía Especializada para Adolescentes, part of the Baja California Attorney General's office, handles cases involving minors as potential perpetrators or victims. This unit investigates threats that could lead to violence in schools, coordinating with local police for rapid response. (fge.bc.gob.mx) Parents gathered outside schools, demanding more transparency and safety guarantees from officials. One parent told reporters, "We want to know who's behind this and why our kids are being terrorized." (zetatijuana.com) No suspects have been identified yet, but investigators are tracing the origins of the online posts. Schools across Tijuana remained closed on April 23 as authorities conducted sweeps and assessed risks. (univision.com) Tijuana has seen a rise in school threat hoaxes in recent years, often linked to social media challenges or disgruntled students. In 2023, similar threats led to over 20 school closures in Baja California, with most turning out to be non-credible. (eluniversal.com.mx) Mexican law treats school shooting threats as a criminal offense under Article 282 of the Federal Penal Code, punishable by up to two years in prison. The Baja California Attorney General's office emphasized that such hoaxes endanger real security efforts and waste resources. (fge.bc.gob.mx) Authorities plan to resume classes once they confirm the threats are contained, with increased security measures in place. Parents and school officials will meet today to discuss long-term safety protocols. (elimparcial.com)