Police Respond To Threat At McGuffey Middle School

CLAYSVILLE (KDKA) -- State police were called in to handle a situation at McGuffey Middle School in Claysville on Thursday.

Washington County emergency dispatchers said officers arrived on scene since 12:30 p.m.

A statement from the school superintendent Dr. Erica L. Kolat indicates that a written threat was found in the restroom.

Upon discovery of the threat, the school immediately went into lockdown. Emergency personnel were notified and responded to assist with evacuation.

Students were dismissed around 1 p.m.

"We take all threats very seriously, as student and staff safety remain our top priority.  We will continue to cooperate with law enforcement throughout the investigation to ensure the safety of our children and staff," the superintendent wrote.

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