At 10:00 a.m. 7 March, Halifax Regional Police responded to a report of threats toward three schools; Rocky Lake Junior High School in Bedford, Ian Forsyth Elementary and Caledonia Junior High Schools in Dartmouth.

Investigators with the General Investigation Section of the Integrated Criminal Investigation Division are currently investigating. At this time we do not believe students are at risk and school closure are not necessary. Out of precaution, officers will be present at the schools and will actively monitor.

Police are asking anyone with information about this incident to call police at 902-490-5016. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip atwww.crimestoppers.ns.ca.

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Source: Media Release