CACHE COUNTY, Utah, Dec. 4, 2018 (Gephardt Daily) — Cache County Sheriff’s officials said Tuesday that threats made against a local high school in November have now been fully investigated and safety plans have been initiated.
A news release from Sheriff D. Chad Jensen said that in early November, the Cache County Sheriff’s Office was made aware of threats at a high school. Officials did not say which school the threats were made at, or the exact nature of the threats.
“The Sheriff’s Office school resource officer immediately followed up on the threats,” the news release said. “In collaboration with the Cache County school steps were taken to ensure the safety of the students.”
Over the next week, an “exceptionally thorough investigation” was conducted, including dozens of interviews and serving search warrants to obtain any and all information pertaining to the threats made toward the school.
Through a coordinated effort with the Cache County Attorney’s Office, Bear River Mental Health and the Cache County School District, resources and safety plans have been initiated for the safety of all young people at area schools.
“Cache County Sheriff’s Office conducted an appropriate and thorough investigation and does not believe there is an actionable threat to the safety of our kids,” the news release said. “This is still an ongoing investigation and great work is being done with all agencies and resources involved.”
The news release added: “In a review of this incident the Cache County Sheriff’s Office is even more committed to working cooperatively with the schools and local mental health authorities to continue to develop best practices to ensure community safety.”
The news release added that individuals are asked to remain cognizant and report potential threats.
“We would remind all citizens; if you see or hear something, say something,” the news release said. “Please let law enforcement investigate and intervene as early as possible to avoid a tragedy.”
