A male seventh-grade student identified in the call was detained, interviewed by detectives and “exonerated,” according to Deputy Chief Anthony Dwyer.
Detectives are continuing to investigate to determine who placed the threatening call and gave the false identification.
“Swatting” is when a hoax phone call is made to report a serious crime that can lead to a large law enforcement response.
The elementary school day was cancelled. The middle school and high school buses took students home at 10 a.m. and driving students were also released.
In a letter to parents, Superintendent Jeff Staggs said, “Thanks to the diligent work of the Butler County Sheriff’s Office we have been informed that this was indeed a false alarm. As a result we have cleared to resume normal school functions. All evening activities will proceed as scheduled.”
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