SUMMARY: Reported threats at area schools this week

SOUTH CENTRAL KENTUCKY – Early Friday morning, Henry F. Moss Middle School was placed on lockdown following concerns of a potential threat.

Although Warren County Sheriff Brett Hightower later confirmed there was no threat to the campus at Henry Moss, this was just one of multiple local threat investigations this week.

The following local districts have had possible threats under investigation:

• Glasgow Independent Schools: Glasgow High School and Glasgow Elementary School. Glasgow Middle School received a threat toward Glasgow Elementary School, according to authorities.
• Barren County Schools. This was found to be a non-credible report.
• Hart County Schools. Hart County Schools were made aware of an alleged threat Thursday night. Prior to this, the district says a separate incident involved a Snapchat post that originated in Michigan, and there was no threat to Hart County Schools at that time.
• Warren County Schools: Henry F. Moss Middle School.
• Allen County Schools. The Scottsville Police Department stated a threat was made to Allen County Schools, and it has been investigated. One person responsible for the threat and has been located, police say. Local law enforcement will have an increased presence in schools.

In total, two juveniles have been arrested locally, both related to the incidents involving Glasgow Independent Schools.

What happened locally on Friday, Sept. 13?

Around 10:16 a.m. Friday, Henry F. Moss Middle School confirmed an active lockdown, and a heavy law enforcement presence was at the scene.

No one was allowed in or out of the building during the lockdown. Several parents were located outside of the school.

At 10:45 p.m., the Warren County Sheriff’s Office stated the campus was safe. At 11:30 a.m., sheriff Brett Hightower and Warren County Public Schools superintendent Rob Clayton arrived at the school to provide further information for release. You can view this story further here.

Hightower said during this time that there was no threat to this campus today.”

In addition, the Hart County Sheriff’s Office issued the following statement Friday on behalf of Hart County Schools:

“Late last night, we were made aware of an alleged threat. Hart County Schools along with the Sheriff’s Office and Kentucky State Police began investigating this aggressively to determine its validity. Sheriff Wilson communicated later that law enforcement had concluded its investigation. However, you can expect to see extra law enforcement patrolling near our schools today as part of our continued partnership with local law enforcement. Additionally, we have experienced SROs at each of our schools who work diligently to ensure the safety of our students and staff. Should there be any additional developments related to this information, we will keep you updated.”

Deputies say you may see extra law enforcement patrolling near their schools Friday as part of the district’s continued partnership with local law enforcement.

Additionally, school resource officers will be at each of Hart County’s schools working to ensure the safety of students and staff, the district says.

Which Schools Did Not Receive Threat Investigations? 

Locally, the following school districts have confirmed they have not received threats as of Friday afternoon:

• Russellville Independent Schools. The district posted Friday about a separate incident that resulted in an arrest.
• Edmonson County Schools. As of a statement by the district Thursday, no threats have been made against Edmonson County Schools.

What About Across Kentucky? 

With law enforcement still seeking a suspect after a shooting injured five along Interstate 75, schools in and surrounding the area of Laurel County have been taking their own precautions.

In addition, a 16-year-old is facing a terroristic threatening charge after an alleged school threat to Marion High School, authorities say.

Adair County Schools posted to Facebook this week as well, saying a potential threat Friday was unsubstantiated.

K105 also reports that an arrest was made after a threat was made against T.K. Stone Middle School on Monday.

More here.

On Tuesday, Christian County Schools released a video on Facebook stating an unsubstantiated threat was made over voicemail that morning at Hopkinsville High School. A second unsubstantiated threat was also made at Hopkinsville Middle School that morning, according to Christian County Public Schools superintendent Chris Bentzel.

If you see or hear anything concerning, please report it by either contacting an adult at your child’s school or by using the Kentucky Safe School Tipline: Call 866-393-6659 or the online form at https://safeschools.ky.gov/.

News 40 will continue to follow the latest updates regarding school safety and any potential threats.