Iron River Man, 40, Arrested for Online Threats Against Residents, Children
An Iron River man, 40, was arrested Jan. 22 for making online threats against Iron County residents and children, prompting a five-agency response.
Online threats targeting Iron County residents and children led to the swift arrest of a 40-year-old Iron River man on January 22, 2025, after Michigan State Police troopers from the Iron Mountain Post took him into custody shortly after the investigation began.
Michigan State Police responded to the terroristic threats complaint after the man allegedly used the internet to threaten residents and children in the county. The arrest was quick: troopers from the Iron Mountain Post had the suspect in custody within hours of the investigation's start. The response drew agencies from across the region, with the Iron River Police Department, Iron County Sheriff's Office, Department of Natural Resources, and Aspirus EMS all assisting at the scene.
The suspect faces a charge of False Report or Threat of Terrorism. His name is being withheld pending arraignment.
School officials were notified of the arrest before the start of the next school day, allowing classes to proceed as scheduled, according to Michigan State Police reporting.
The threats complaint remains under investigation.
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