Several Clark County School districts are actively monitoring an online threat targeting “Middle Schools in Springfield.”
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A post circulating on social media reportedly refers to threats of a school shooting targeting middle schools in Springfield.
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The Safety Operations Manager and other district leaders for Springfield City Schools confirmed that the district is aware of the threat.
“It appears that multiple Clark County school districts are actively monitoring the online threat that was targeted at ‘Springfield Middle Schools,'” the district said.
According to the district, the threat is circulating nationwide and affecting other Springfield school districts in Ohio.
The Springfield Police Division does not consider the threat credible at this time.
“However, to ensure the safety of our students and staff, SPD plans to increase its presence in Springfield City School District buildings today,” the district said.
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