Idaho school probes football chat with alleged rape, kill threats

Timberline High School in Boise, Idaho, is responding after allegations that football players wrote messages about wanting to rape and kill female students. The claims surfaced in a team group chat, according to local reports.
The Boise Police Department has opened an investigation into the alleged threats, the Idaho Press reported. School officials said they are cooperating fully with police. A petition from students and parents has demanded strong action against those involved.
KIVI-TV and KBOI reported that the community is demanding consequences for the players. The alleged messages contained threats of sexual violence and murder aimed at female students. School leaders have not said whether any players have been suspended.
No charges have been announced so far. Police said the investigation is ongoing and asked anyone with information to come forward. The district said student safety remains its top priority.
The case has drawn wide attention across the Boise area. More details are expected as the probe continues, and the school faces pressure to act quickly.
Timberline is one of Boise’s largest high schools. The district said it will share updates as the investigation allows.
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