Massillon Washington High School student in custody after allegedly calling in fake bomb threats скачать в хорошем качестве

Massillon Washington High School student in custody after allegedly calling in fake bomb threats

Students and staff at Massillon Washington High School were forced to evacuate the building shortly before noon Tuesday after officials "received word of a threat" that has now been deemed a hoax. School officials say the situation started when their main office staff received two separate bomb threats in back-to-back calls around 11:15 a.m. The district shared several updates on its Facebook page, confirming local police as well as the Stark County Sheriff's Office were assisting with evacuation efforts. Despite the nature of the events, parents were not permitted to come pick up their children, with car traffic to the school being strictly prohibited. K-9 officers from Massillon and Canton police along with the sheriff's office began sweeping the building, and just before 1:30 p.m., Massillon City Schools stated the threats were likely a case of "swatting" and the building had been cleared by first responders. According to the district, an unidentified Massillon student is in custody in connection with the case. It is unknown if they will face charges, but administrators say discipline "will be carried out appropriately." "It is extremely shameful that situations like this occur and distract us from why we are all actually here as students and staff," Superintendent Paul J. Salvino said in a statement. "We appreciate the immediate response and leadership of our local law enforcement. Their leadership and action was invaluable. Together, these first responders and the administration quickly assessed the threat and executed the high school evacuation and implemented search procedures necessary to keep students and staff safe." READ MORE: https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/loc... At 3News, we’re not here to tell you the news, we’re here to share the stories that you say matter most to you. Share your ideas, thoughts, concerns and engage in conversations about the communities in which we all call home. Follow 3News on Social: Facebook:   /      Twitter:   / wkyc     Instagram:   /      Visit our site: https://www.wkyc.com/ And be sure to download our app here: https://wkyc.com/app