Online 'Vague Threat' Made Against Greenwich Public Schools: Police

GREENWICH, CT — Greenwich police said Tuesday morning they were made aware of a "vague threat" that was posted to social media directed toward the Greenwich Public Schools District and one of the town's middle schools.

Police noted there were no specific threats identified, but every precaution was made to ensure the safety of students and staff members.

"Working closely with the Board of Education and other town departments, the Police Department has determined that this was a swatting incident and that the post originated in Nashville, Tenn. with the 'Stamford now Greenwich' line superimposed over the original," police said. "The Maury County Sherriff’s Department have already identified two suspects who were taken into custody for the original post."

Swatting involves people making fraudulent 911 calls or reports on serious-level criminal threats or violent situations to draw a response from law enforcement. The FBI has created a national task force to keep track of and prevent swatting incidents from happening.

Extra patrols will be conducted throughout the day to help alleviate concerns, police said.

"The safety of our residents remains of the utmost importance to this department," police added.