Counselor from past Texas summer camp allegedly threatened youths with impending "Columbine-style" massacre, according to affidavit.
Hit 'em with the hot tea, fam:
Texas Summer Camp Chaos: Ex-Counselor Makes Threats, Gets Arrested
You won't freakin' believe this mess
Lowdown:
Mario Bernal, a former employee of Camp Cho-Yeh in Livingston, Texas, got himself in hot water after allegedly threatening to orchestrate a Columbine-style massacre. This little incident went down on Sunday, and it's a good thing that somebody had the loose lips to report ol' Bernal to the authorities.
Scoop:
According to an affidavit provided by the Polk County Sheriff's Office, Bernal, a 23-year-old from Vernal, Utah, reportedly dropped some mighty disturbing threats on some young campers and a witness. Bernal, being the sweetheart he is, decided to tell the kids that if they ever "piss him off," he'd "create the next Columbine shooting." 🥳🤱
Nice vibe, Mario.
To make matters worse, Bernal also reportedly said, "I'll clock myself out," indicating he'd leave Camp Cho-Yeh and perhaps carry out his Columbine-esque plans, the affidavit says. What a joker!
Witnesses were like, "Hold up, buddy, maybe you should just gas up the car and head to Houston to chill with your girlfriend instead." Bernal, of course, had a girlfriend who just happened to work at the same camp in Houston.
Let's not forget about Bernal locking a group of kids in a hot room as a form of "discipline," because apparently, being a former camp counselor means you get to be a low-rent dictator. Bernal must've figured, "Hey, what better way to teach these kids a lesson than by stickin' 'em in an oven with no way out?" What a self-proclaimed hero.
Long story short, Bernal got arrested and charged with terroristic threats impeding public service. The man's currently chillin' in the Polk County jail, with a $50,000 bond lined up for his eventual release. After hearing about Bernal's shenanigans, Camp Cho-Yeh officials assured families that their kids are safe and sound, but y'know, keep your eyes peeled, just in case.
If you can't be good, be careful.
Nitty-gritty:
More than just a little scary, isn't it? While Bernal made threatening comments involving Columbine, authorities haven't revealed specifics about the nature of the threats or if Bernal had any weapons in his possession. Some folks in the community remembering Bernal's time as a camp counselor with fondness, but let's face it, he's not exactly making friends with this stunt.
This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safety measures in place for children and the importance of vigilance in our communities. Camp Cho-Yeh is maintaining its normal operations but understands the gravity of the situation. Law enforcement continues to keep the area under watch to maintain everyone's safety and peace of mind.
Stay tuned for more updates on this wild story, y'all. In the meantime, keep your eyes open and your wits about you, because sometimes you just never know... 👀
Sources:
[1] Polk County Sheriff's Office
[2] Camp Cho-Yeh official statement
[3] Livingston Police Department
- The arrest of Mario Bernal, a former Camp Cho-Yeh employee in Texas, has raised concerns about public safety and sparked discussions in politics and general news, as well as crime-and-justice circles.
- The incident involving Bernal, who allegedly threatened to carry out a Columbine-style massacre and made other disturbing comments, underscores the need for increased vigilance and safety measures in summer camps and communities.
- As the investigation into Bernal's threats continues, the importance of a unified response from law enforcement, camp officials, and the public in ensuring the safety of children and maintaining community peace becomes apparent.
