Okemos High School Evacuated Due to Threat
Evacuation at Okemos High School: Students Safe and Secured
Okemos High School experienced an evacuation on the afternoon of Monday, September 29, following a call regarding a potential threat. The incident led to immediate actions to ensure student safety, and authorities have urged parents to refrain from approaching the high school.
School officials confirmed via a 1:40 p.m. Facebook update that all students have been safely relocated to the stadium, accompanied by staff. Okemos Public Schools emphasized the importance of keeping the area clear: “Families, please do not respond to the high school at this time. We will continue to communicate as we know more about the situation.”
Response from Law Enforcement in Meridian Township
In response to the situation, Meridian Township police, along with other first responders, were promptly dispatched to the scene at Okemos High School, located at 2800 Jolly Road. The authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the threat.
Keeping the Community Informed
The community is encouraged to remain calm and await further updates from El-Balad as the situation develops. The school district remains committed to regularly updating families and stakeholders as new information becomes available.
For more details or inquiries, individuals can reach out to Editor Susan Vela via email at svela@lsj.com or by phone at 248-873-7044. Stay informed of ongoing developments by following Susan on Twitter @susanvela.
