Crime & Safety
Threats Against School Deemed To Be Not Credible, Reading Police Say
Police said they are investigating "non-specific threats" made by a former Austin Preparatory School employee.
READING, MA — Police said that they are aware of a video posted by a former school employee at Austin Preparatory School that includes non-specific threats.
Police said they have "identified no immediate or credible threat to the safety of students or staff."
Here is the full statement from Reading police posted on Facebook:
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The Reading Police Department is aware of a video posted online by a former Austin Preparatory School employee that includes non-specific threats. The Department takes these statements very seriously and is investigating.
Reading Police will have an increased presence at Austin Preparatory School and Reading Public Schools.
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At this time, police have identified no immediate or credible threat to the safety of students or staff. Reading Police remain in close contact with school administrators as the investigation continues.
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