ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — A 19-year-old is charged in Ithaca with making threats.

According to IPD, Sai Han made concerning statements about mass violence at a mental health facility. Because of what Han said, police launched an investigation to determine any risk to the public and credibility of the remarks.

“On the evening of October 21, 2026, Investigators obtained authorized search warrants for Han’s residence and electronic devices,” police said. “Investigators seized multiple electronic devices and storage media for further examination as part of the ongoing investigation.”

Han, who lives in Ithaca, was charged with making a terroristic threat, which is a felony. IPD worked with the Tompkins County Sheriff’s Office, who will make a recommendation for bail.