FINNEY COUNTY—Law enforcement authorities are investigating an alleged at threat of violence at a southwest Kansas school
On Wednesday, police were informed of a possible threat toward Charles O. Stones Intermediate Center (CSIC), 401 North Jennie Barker Road in Garden City, according to a media release.
Officers learned that an 11-year-old student made threats against the school, which were reported to school personnel by several students. Through the course of the investigation, it was revealed there was no threat to the school or students. Disciplinary action has been taken by the school for the 11-year-old student. The investigation is ongoing.
There will be an increased police presence at the beginning of school at CSIC and throughout the day as time permits.
The Garden City Police Department and USD 457 encouraged parents to remind your child to immediately report any information about any school safety-related incidents to administrators/staff and/ or to police.