Police investigating threat at l’École secondaire catholique l’Horizon

UPDATE

As a result of the investigation, officers have identified the youth believed to be responsible for the message written in a bathroom at l’École secondaire catholique l’Horizon.

The student has been arrested and charged with Uttering Threats and Mischief – Interrupt or Interfere with Lawful Use, Enjoyment, or Operation of Property. Based on the investigation and in consultation with administration and the youth’s parent, the youth has been referred to a diversion program under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.

The identity of the youth is protected under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, therefore no further information related to the youth will be provided.

We would like to thank the students, staff and administration of l’École secondaire catholique l’Horizon and the mental health team from Conseil scolaire catholique Nouvelon for the cooperation throughout this matter.

ORIGINAL

Just before 9:00 a.m. this morning, May 6, 2024, officers were dispatched to l’École secondaire catholique l’Horizon in relation to a suspicious incident.

Just prior to police being called, students located a message warning of a school shooting on Tuesday. The message was written in a bathroom at the school. No other details were included in the brief message. The students immediately notified administration who contacted police.

Officers are actively investigating the matter to determine the credibility of the threat. Officers are working with administration, staff and students to conduct a thorough investigation. The safety of students, staff and our community is our top priority.

There will be an increased visible police presence at l’École secondaire catholique l’Horizon on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, to ensure public safety and to support students and staff.

Anyone with information related to the origin of the message is asked to contact police at 705-675-9171 or Crime Stoppers at 705-222-8477.