Extra Officers At CT High School After Swatting Threat To Student

Connecticut State Police have an added presence at a high school after a student received a threat.

Oxford High School
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05/22/2024 2:45 p.m.

The incident occurred in New Haven County in Oxford at Oxford High School on Wednesday, May 22.

According to State Police, troopers responded to the school as a result of a threat made against a student. After an investigation, it was determined that this was a swatting incident.

State police said there's no immediate threat to the school.

As a precaution, Oxford police units and troopers will maintain a presence throughout the day.

Police did not reveal what type of threat the student received.

An investigation is underway.

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