K9 Search Of Union County School Completed As Police Investigate Threat

CLARK, NJ — A physical and canine search of Arthur L. Johnson High School in Clark was completed around 10 a.m. on Thursday, said authorities as part of their investigation into an "uncorroborated" threat.

"The building and grounds were deemed to be secure. Students will now be marshaled back to ALJ," said Clark Police.

School will be resumed with a shortened schedule and students will be dismissed at the normal time.

"Parents are asked to stay at home and not call the police desk," said police.

The "non-specific" threat addressed Arthur L. Johnson High School in Clark only was reported by police around 8:20 a.m. on Dec. 21.

The threat prompted a shelter-in-place at all Clark Schools.

Students were safe at Brewer as police conducted the investigation and search.

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