School Threats Continue Across The Region

September 12, 2024 5:04 am

PITTSBURGH — (WPXI) – Roughly a dozen schools across the region have received threats this week. Wednesday, nearly 10 districts shared information about threats and protocol moving forward. Some of the threats resulted in lockdowns, remote learning instead of in-person classes and evacuations. At this time, all of the impacted districts are operating as normal on Thursday. Some students will see increased police presence as investigations continue.  FBI Pittsburgh reminded residents on Wednesday afternoon that issuing a threat promoting violence is against the law. Wednesday night, Shaler Township police said an elementary school student admitted to making a threat that circulated rapidly on social media and included multiple districts. The FBI says they are aware of the threats and remain in close coordination with police. In a statement they said “The FBI is aware of recent threats directed toward multiple school districts across Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia. We remain in close coordination with our law enforcement partners to provide assistance where appropriate. That includes gathering intelligence, sharing information, tracking down leads, and working with partners to identify and mitigate threats quickly and effectively.