EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — IDEA Edgemere was placed on a temporary hold on Thursday, Sept. 7, after an “unconfirmed threat” was made on school grounds, according to IDEA Public Schools.
The district says law enforcement was called and all students and staff remain safe. The campus activated early release as a proactive measure, according to the district.
There is currently no active threat against the campus and the investigation is ongoing, according to the district.
Additionally, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office released a statement saying deputies were notified about the incident and were dispatched to the scene at 10:20 a.m.
The Sheriff’s Office says deputies thoroughly inspected the school premises and assisted in implementing a controlled release of the students for reunification with their guardians. Throughout the investigation, no threat was determined.
No further information has been released. This story will be updated once we learn more.
