School threats continue but no evidence students were at risk, say police
Police are continuing to investigate following another lockdown at Centennial Secondary on Friday.
There is no information or evidence “indicating students or staff were at risk,” according to a release from Coquitlam RCMP.
While stating that she understood frustration in the community, Coquitlam RCMP media relations officer Sgt. Adriana O’Malley advised against passing along rumours.
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“We want to remind the public that these incidents are designed to create fear and gain publicity. Publicly circulating or amplifying unverified information can contribute to further disruptions,” O’Malley stated in a release.
Friday’s lockdown was the latest in a series of recent threats to schools in the Tri-Cities. The school district can’t share information related to active police investigations, according to an open letter from School District #43 Supt. Nadine Tambellini.
“I remain confident that our staff and students are safe,” Tambellini wrote. “While these events are disruptive and unsettling, it is essential that we continue to trust our police partners and follow routine, precautionary protocols.”
While police have not shared details about the threats, Coquitlam RCMP have stated that making a false police report is a criminal offence.
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