Marysville-Pilchuck High School placed into lockdown after threats
Marysville-Pilchuck High School placed into lockdown after threats
Marysville-Pilchuck High School was placed on lockdown Friday morning following an online threat made against the school.
MARYSVILLE, Wash. - Marysville-Pilchuck High School was placed on lockdown Friday morning following an online threat made against the school.
The Marysville Police Department (MPD) initiall announced the lockdown on social media at around 10:36 a.m.
Several hours later, authorities lifted the lockdown, which had been imposed as a precautionary measure after an internet chat hosted by a Veterans Crisis Line received a report of an active shooter.
Investigators have traced the online threat to an IP address in California.
Multiple neighboring law enforcement agencies and fire departments responded to the scene.
According to the MPD, there is no indication of any danger to students and staff. However, officers still searched the school out of an abundance of caution.
The MPD, which is leading the investigation, will release further information as it becomes available.
The Marysville Fire District will remain at the school to provide emotional support to students and staff.
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