St. Edward High Evacuated After Threat

LAKEWOOD, OH — St. Edward High School was evacuated on Friday after an anonymous threat was discovered by Lakewood police. Officers are currently investigating the threat and city officials said they would release more information as it becomes known.

The school has since lifted the evacuation, though classes have been cancelled on Friday. The city described the evacuation as a "precaution."

Police received a tip about an anonymous threat, made through a phone app. The threat was directed at St. Edward High. Per the high school's emergency response plan, the school was evacuated, the city announced on social media.

"Coordinated efforts are being made to ensure the safety of the student body and staff in remedying the situation," the city of Lakewood said on social media.