LOCKPORT, N.Y. (WKBW) — Lockport High School was evacuated Friday due to a "written threat," and it has been determined to be non-credible, the district announced in a letter to parents.
According to the district, the written threat was discovered in one of the classrooms, and out of an abundance of caution, emergency evacuation procedures were activated with the support of the Lockport City Police Department.
"Students and staff were promptly evacuated to the nearby Kenan Center. From there: Bus riders were transported home as usual, Walkers were released to go home, and Students who are typically picked up were released to their parents," the district said.
Police conducted a comprehensive investigation, including a full sweep of the building and no safety concerns were found. The threat was determined to be non-credible.
"We understand that today’s evacuation may have caused concern. Please know that the safety and well-being of our students and staff is always our top priority. The decision to evacuate was made to ensure everyone's safety and to allow law enforcement to conduct a thorough investigation. The Lockport City School District takes all threats seriously. Every incident is fully investigated, and we follow our district Code of Conduct when addressing situations of this nature."
All Lockport schools, including the high school, will be open on Monday, June 16. There will be an increased police presence at the high school "to support a safe and smooth reentry."
