Peru, IN – Students and staff at Peru Jr./Sr. High School were evacuated and moved to a secure location today after a reported threat prompted a large law enforcement response, according to Indiana State Police.
According to the Indiana State Police Peru District, the threat was reported earlier today, leading officials to take precautionary measures to ensure the safety of everyone on campus. Authorities confirmed that all students and staff were safely evacuated and accounted for as multiple public safety agencies responded to the scene.
Law enforcement officers remain at the school actively assessing the situation. Officials said the response includes coordination between state police, local law enforcement, and emergency personnel as they work to determine the nature of the threat and ensure there is no ongoing danger.
Police are asking parents, residents, and commuters to avoid the area surrounding Peru Jr./Sr. High School to allow emergency responders to carry out their duties without interference. No injuries have been reported at this time.
The school is located in Peru, Miami County, approximately 70 miles north of Indianapolis. It remains unclear whether classes will resume today or if students will be dismissed early. School administrators are expected to provide guidance directly to families as more information becomes available.
Authorities have not released details about the source or credibility of the threat, and no arrests have been announced as of this update. Investigators emphasized that information will be shared once it is verified.
Parents are encouraged to monitor official school communications and the Indiana State Police Peru District for updates.
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