Police: McKinney North student was not planning to hurt anyone else

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McKINNEY, Texas - The teenage boy who killed himself at school on Friday was not planning a mass shooting, McKinney police said.

The tenth grader was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound in an empty classroom at McKinney North High School.

Despite rumors about the student’s intentions, police said they do not believe he was a threat. There is no evidence that he was planning to hurt anyone else.

Grief counselors were on the campus Monday and fellow students wore orange in support of suicide awareness.

Some concerned parents are demanding metal detectors at the school. Others are calling for mental health screenings for students.

If you or a loved one is feeling distressed, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline. The crisis center provides free and confidential emotional support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to civilians and veterans. Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255. Or text to 741-741

CLICK HERE: https://afsp.org/about-suicide/risk-factors-and-warning-signs/ for the warning signs and risk factors of suicide. Call 1-800-273-TALK for free and confidential emotional support.