Topline: Authorities say the woman bought tactical gear and ammo.
Published: May 15, 2025 7:00 am ET
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Ashley Pardo (via Bexar County Sheriff’s Office
SAN ANTONIO, TX — A San Antonio mother is facing charges for allegedly helping her son plan a potential act of mass violence against a middle school, according to police.
Ashley Pardo, 33, was arrested Monday after an investigation revealed her son, a student at the school, possessed ammunition, tactical gear, a makeshift explosive, and a note referencing mass shootings, KENS reported.
According to arrest documents acquired by KENS, the boy reportedly had a fascination with past mass shooters.
Authorities say Pardo provided or purchased some of these items for her son, including the ammunition, tactical gear, and military-style clothing. The student, who had been previously suspended for researching mass shootings, was detained off-campus and charged with terrorism.
Rhodes Principal Felismina Martinez assured families in a letter, “Please know we take all potential threats seriously and act immediately to protect everyone in our care.”
Concerns about the student began in January after police found disturbing drawings, including a labeled “suicide route” map of the school. He was suspended in April and briefly placed in alternative school before returning to Rhodes last week under a security plan, police say.
The student had been staying with a relative, who contacted police after finding concerning items, including loaded magazines and an improvised explosive device, according to police.
Authorities say she also reported that he said he was “going to be famous” and referenced “14 words,” a known white supremacist slogan.
Detectives said Pardo was aware of the threats and in communication with authorities but expressed support for her son’s violent drawings.
She has been charged with aiding in the commission of terrorism and was released on $75,000 bond.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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SAN ANTONIO, TX — A San Antonio mother is facing charges for allegedly helping her son plan a potential act of mass violence against a middle school, according to police.
Ashley Pardo, 33, was arrested Monday after an investigation revealed her son, a student at the school, possessed ammunition, tactical gear, a makeshift explosive, and a note referencing mass shootings, KENS reported.
According to arrest documents acquired by KENS, the boy reportedly had a fascination with past mass shooters.
Authorities say Pardo provided or purchased some of these items for her son, including the ammunition, tactical gear, and military-style clothing. The student, who had been previously suspended for researching mass shootings, was detained off-campus and charged with terrorism.
Rhodes Principal Felismina Martinez assured families in a letter, “Please know we take all potential threats seriously and act immediately to protect everyone in our care.”
Concerns about the student began in January after police found disturbing drawings, including a labeled “suicide route” map of the school. He was suspended in April and briefly placed in alternative school before returning to Rhodes last week under a security plan, police say.
The student had been staying with a relative, who contacted police after finding concerning items, including loaded magazines and an improvised explosive device, according to police.
Authorities say she also reported that he said he was “going to be famous” and referenced “14 words,” a known white supremacist slogan.
Detectives said Pardo was aware of the threats and in communication with authorities but expressed support for her son’s violent drawings.
She has been charged with aiding in the commission of terrorism and was released on $75,000 bond.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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Published: May 15, 2025 7:00 am ET
Ashley Pardo (via Bexar County Sheriff’s Office
SAN ANTONIO, TX — A San Antonio mother is facing charges for allegedly helping her son plan a potential act of mass violence against a middle school, according to police.
Ashley Pardo, 33, was arrested Monday after an investigation revealed her son, a student at the school, possessed ammunition, tactical gear, a makeshift explosive, and a note referencing mass shootings, KENS reported.
According to arrest documents acquired by KENS, the boy reportedly had a fascination with past mass shooters.
Authorities say Pardo provided or purchased some of these items for her son, including the ammunition, tactical gear, and military-style clothing. The student, who had been previously suspended for researching mass shootings, was detained off-campus and charged with terrorism.
Rhodes Principal Felismina Martinez assured families in a letter, “Please know we take all potential threats seriously and act immediately to protect everyone in our care.”
Concerns about the student began in January after police found disturbing drawings, including a labeled “suicide route” map of the school. He was suspended in April and briefly placed in alternative school before returning to Rhodes last week under a security plan, police say.
The student had been staying with a relative, who contacted police after finding concerning items, including loaded magazines and an improvised explosive device, according to police.
Authorities say she also reported that he said he was “going to be famous” and referenced “14 words,” a known white supremacist slogan.
Detectives said Pardo was aware of the threats and in communication with authorities but expressed support for her son’s violent drawings.
She has been charged with aiding in the commission of terrorism and was released on $75,000 bond.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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