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Indiana Mother Arrested for Bringing Gun to School and Threatening Teacher Over LGBTQ+ Curriculum

Carrie Rivers, 48, faces charges after entering Valley Mills Elementary with a firearm and sending harassing messages to her daughter's teacher following a disagreement over a classroom assignment.

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An Indianapolis, Indiana mom is facing multiple charges after bringing a gun to a school in Decatur Township, Ind.
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Overview

  • Carrie Rivers was arrested on April 15, 2025, and charged with possession of a firearm on school property and harassment after an incident at Valley Mills Elementary School in Indianapolis.
  • The confrontation stemmed from a classroom assignment involving flags, including a rainbow flag, which Rivers claimed promoted same-sex relationships and accused the teacher of indoctrination.
  • Rivers initially entered the school on April 9, carrying a concealed firearm, which she later claimed to have forgotten to remove before entering the premises.
  • Following the incident, Rivers sent threatening messages to the teacher, including warnings to 'kiss ur kids goodbye' and accusations of being a 'child predator.'
  • The school district has barred Rivers from all Decatur Township school properties, emphasizing its commitment to maintaining a safe environment for students and staff.