A disturbing stalking and threat case from Missouri has raised serious safety concerns after a man allegedly used his late wife’s car to intimidate school staff and made threatening online posts targeting a high school community. Prosecutors say his actions created fear among teachers, students, and local officials, especially ahead of graduation ceremonies.
Missouri Man Accused of Threatening School Community
Alex Reichert, 36, has been charged with:
- Making a terrorist threat
- Stalking
- Harassment-related offenses
Authorities say Reichert repeatedly targeted St. Charles High School in St. Charles, located about 25 miles from St. Louis.
Prosecutors claim his behavior escalated after the death of his wife, Skye Reichert, who died by suicide in March.
Dead Wife’s Car Allegedly Used to Intimidate Staff
According to investigators, Reichert parked his late wife’s vehicle at the school campus and district offices at least 15 times.
Police said he was often seen:
- Driving in circles around the school campus
- Parking close to school entrances
- Remaining near district office buildings
- Watching staff and students from the vehicle
Authorities also said he placed a bumper sticker on the car that allegedly read: “I’m unpredictable.”
This reportedly increased fear among staff, students, and parents.
Prosecutors Say School Employee Was Main Target
Court records show Reichert allegedly focused much of his anger on a female school employee.
Investigators described the woman as someone who had previously been personally involved with Reichert and his wife.
After that relationship reportedly ended, prosecutors say Reichert blamed both the woman and the school for his wife’s death.
Online Posts Sparked Graduation Security Fears
Police say Reichert made multiple social media posts involving countdowns leading up to a school graduation ceremony earlier this month.
Investigators believed the countdown posts suggested a possible violent incident.
According to court documents, the posts allegedly:
- Mentioned guns
- Referenced fighting
- Counted down toward graduation day
- Suggested danger to attendees
Because of these threats, law enforcement increased security around school events.
Authorities Say He Owns Firearms
Prosecutors told the court that Reichert allegedly owns firearms and implied online that he could use them.
Court filings stated:
- The suspect had already been served with a protection order
- He allegedly continued contacting and threatening the victim
- The targeted employee reportedly no longer felt safe going to work
Prosecutors argued that Reichert posed a danger not only to the victim but also to students, teachers, and graduation attendees.
Students Describe Fear on Campus
Students at the school reportedly noticed Reichert’s suspicious behavior.
One senior described the situation as “very scary,” saying it made many students feel uncomfortable.
Police confirmed multiple reports of Reichert circling the campus in the vehicle before parking nearby.
Previous Legal Dispute May Be Connected
Court records also show that Reichert and his wife had filed a defamation lawsuit in March against an anonymous school staff member.
The lawsuit claimed someone had sent damaging emails to Reichert’s employer, accusing him of:
- Providing alcohol to minors
- Inappropriate conduct
- Serious misconduct involving children
Authorities have not confirmed whether that same person is the employee now being threatened.
Held Without Bond
Due to the seriousness of the allegations, a judge ordered Reichert held without bond.
He is expected to return to court next week as the investigation continues.
