Strathcona County RCMP Investigate Bomb Hoax At Local High School - Update

Strathcona County RCMP Investigate Bomb Hoax At Local High School  - Update
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June 21, 2024

Strathcona County RCMP investigate bomb hoax at local high school - update

Sherwood Park, Alta. – Strathcona County RCMP have successfully identified the individual responsible for the bomb threat at Bev Facey on June 17, 2024.

Following a thorough investigation, it was determined that a 17-year-old male from Michigan, USA, was behind the threat. It was confirmed that the male had no connections to the school or community, making the incident appear to be random.

The safety and well-being of students and staff are of utmost importance, and the school acted swiftly and effectively upon receiving the threat to ensure the safety of all individuals present. Threats to schools are taken very seriously, and we are grateful for the quick response and cooperation of all involved in handling ththis situation.

Background

June 17, 2024

Strathcona County RCMP investigate bomb hoax at local high school

Sherwood Park, Alta. – On June 17, 2024, at 1:08 p.m., Strathcona County RCMP responded to a bomb threat at Bev Facey High School in Sherwood Park. School administration received a phone call where a male stated, “I have a bomb,” and hung up. The male caller did not provide any additional information. The school immediately went into a hold and secure and called the police to attend. Strathcona County RCMP General Duty members and School Resource Officers attended and searched the building. Officers did not locate anything suspicious, and the call is believed to a hoax.

Strathcona County RCMP are continuing the investigation into the source of the threat.

The school has advised they have resources and support available for anyone affected by this incident. 

If anyone has any information regarding this crime, please contact the Strathcona County RCMP at 780-467-7741. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www. P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.