Police have taken a juvenile into custody after a threat was made against Grandview High School.
Following an extensive investigation, school detectives identified the Grandview High School student who was responsible for posting the threat.
The school said the threat was determined to be a hoax and there is no credible threat against teachers or students.
The teenager was taken into custody by authorities and could face possible charges.
There will be an increased police presence at Grandview High School Thursday morning to ensure that students, staff and parents feel safe.
Grandview High School released the following statement:
On 01-18-17, the Grandview Police Department was notified about a potential threat of violence directed at the Grandview High School posted on social media. An intensive investigation led to the identification of the juvenile Grandview High School student who was responsible for posting the threat. The threat was determined to be a hoax and there is no credible threat to the High School, Staff or Students at this time. The suspect has been taken into custody and turned over to juvenile authorities for possible charges. There will be an increased police presence at the Grandview High School Thursday morning to ensure that students, staff and parents feel safe and secure.
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