From Dexerto · Michael Gwilliam · · 1m
Student brings Death Note to school
Massachusetts student's Death Note notebook sparks police investigation.
In brief
Massachusetts student's Death Note notebook sparks police investigation. A Massachusetts student's Death Note notebook led to police investigation after school officials found no immediate threat. Originally reported by Dexerto.
Student brings Death Note notebook
A Massachusetts student brought a Death Note notebook to Chocksett Middle School in Sterling.
Police investigation launched
Sterling police contacted after administrators found the notebook on September 30.
Student explains notebook connection
The student said it was connected to the manga and anime where Light Yagami uses the notebook to kill criminals.
Principal confirms no threat
Principal Tina Boss said police found no evidence the notebook threatened any student or school.
Parent demands stronger action
Parent Jen DiCandia said her daughter's name appeared in the notebook and wants permanent separation of students.
History of similar incidents
Other schools have had Death Note notebooks causing arrests since 2008, including Florida and New Hampshire cases.
The short version
A Massachusetts student's Death Note notebook led to police investigation after school officials found no immediate threat.
