DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (KFGO) – There was an increased police presence at Detroit Lakes High School after an anonymous threat was called into a news tipline, Tuesday.
At the time, law enforcement was unsure if the threat of violence at a “DL” high school was meant for Detroit Lakes or Devils Lake. Extra law enforcement was present in both communities with students in Detroit Lakes having their bags searched upon entering the building.
Detroit Lakes Superintendent Mark Jenson and Detroit Lakes Police Chief Steve Todd indicated, Tuesday afternoon in a letter to families that the threat was likely from a student in Detroit Lakes after receiving information that a student within the district had also posted on social media that they were going to “shoot up the school.”
The letter indicated that the individuals responsible have been identified and dealt with in an appropriate manner by both school officials and law enforcement.
Detroit Lakes Police will continue to maintain a presence at some district buildings to ensure the safety of students and staff. The incident remains under investigation.
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