The Cowichan Secondary School James Street campus was the target of anĀ online threat this morning (Fri).
Students at the Quamichan campus were also told to remain inside while police investigated.
Katie McLaughlin is a Communications Specialist for the School District….
StudentsĀ were told to stay away from the doors and windows and be quiet.
RCMP Corporal Tammy Douglas says a teen was arrested while the mounties swept the property…..
The boy could be facing charges of uttering threats.
The School District says the incidentĀ reinforces the importance of students coming forward withĀ any concerning behaviour or messages they see online or hear from others.
In a statement, the District saysĀ the experience can beĀ unsettlingĀ and counseling supports will be available as needed.
Parents areĀ encouragedĀ to talk to their children as well.
There was aĀ lockdown at Bayside Middle School in Brentwood Bay yesterday (Thurs) following aĀ report of a possibly armed man.
NoĀ suspect wasĀ found.
