Oregon High School students accused of making online threat

OREGON, Ill. (WTVO) — The Oregon Police Department was informed of alleged threats of violence made against Oregon High School reportedly planned for Friday, September 20th.

The threat was found on social media and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Rockford Office and Oregon School Administration are investigating the issue. All students involved would not be at school on September 19th, police said. No charges were announced.

Police said they believe there is no immediate danger to the school and it will remain open. There will be more officers around school grounds during the school day, according to police.

“The Oregon Police Department takes all threats seriously and is committed to the safety of our community. We appreciate the ongoing support and cooperation of the Oregon School District, parents, and students as we work to resolve this matter,” Police Chief Matthew Kalnins said in a statement.

On Friday, Oregon Police said, “After a thorough investigation, both agencies have concluded that the threat was not credible. The student responsible for making the alleged threat had no plan to carry out any violence and did not have access to firearms.”

“While this matter has been resolved, both the Oregon Police Department and Oregon CUSD 220 are continuing to move forward independently to determine the appropriate consequences for those involved,” authorities added.

On Wednesday, the Sycamore Police Department said it had received information about a planned threat against Sycamore Middle School made by a student on Snapchat. Authorities said the suspect was isolated from other students, and although it was determined they did make a post about a school shooting, there was no evidence that “any violent act was imminent or thoroughly planned.”

The suspect was charged with Making a Terrorist Threat, a Class X felony, police said.

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