Carroll County, IL – A social media post suggesting a possible threat to West Carroll High School prompted a temporary lockdown Wednesday morning, according to the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities say the alert came in around 11:15 a.m. on October 29, 2025, when an image began circulating online implying a potential danger linked to the school. Out of precaution, all West Carroll schools were placed into “secure” mode, meaning doors were locked and access was restricted while officers investigated.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, law enforcement worked alongside school administrators and stationed deputies at both West Carroll campuses during the investigation. Around midday, officials determined no credible threat existed to students, staff, or the community. Secure mode was lifted, and classes dismissed on schedule.
The Carroll County Sheriff’s Office emphasized that all threats are taken seriously and thanked the community for its cooperation. The Savanna Police Department and Mt. Carroll Police Department also assisted during the response.
The investigation into the origin of the social media post remains ongoing, but at this time, there is no active threat to the public.
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