One person arrested after threats made to two Pittsfield schools

Pittsfield Police made an arrest after two threats were made to two high schools in Berkshire County.

Threats were made to both Pittsfield and Taconic high schools. A person of interest was identified.

Police found a non-working Orbeez gun at the teenager’s home. That an air-powered rifle.

It is illegal for anyone under the age of 18 to have unless accompanied by an adult. At the time, police say they have no reason to believe there’s an imminent threat to the schools, the students, or the staff.