Towson, MD – Baltimore County Police confirmed Tuesday that officers investigated a reported threat involving an 11-year-old student at Sparrows Point Middle School. Officials say the incident, which surfaced online, prompted immediate action by school resource officers and detectives.
According to the Baltimore County Police Department, the Behavioral Assessment Unit worked closely with Baltimore County Public Schools after the threat was shared. Investigators spoke with the child’s parents, local community members, and school administrators. Police said that any perceived or potential threats have been mitigated and emphasized that there is no active threat to students or staff.
The Department noted that the matter remains under investigation to ensure the continued safety of schools and the wider community. Authorities also reminded students, parents, and residents about the seriousness of making threats and the disruption they cause.
“Threats of this nature are taken seriously at every level,” police said in their release. They urged anyone with knowledge of suspicious activity or similar threats to contact authorities immediately.
Baltimore County Police and school officials say they remain committed to maintaining safety while reassuring families that regular operations at Sparrows Point Middle School can continue without interruption.
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