Two arrests have been made, following an investigation at Northern Collegiate Institute and Vocational School in Sarnia.
“On June 8, 2022 a disturbing message was found on the property of Northern Collegiate Institute and Vocational School located at 940 Michigan Avenue in the City of Sarnia,” Sarnia Police officials allege.
“In the interest of safety, the school was closed (on Thursday) with staff and students moving to remote learning. As result of investigation by Sarnia Police Service detectives, two youths who cannot be identified under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, have been arrested and charged in relation to this incident.”
Sarnia Police officials added: “The Sarnia Police believe this was an isolated incident and there is no ongoing threat to staff and students at the school.”
Lambton Kent District School Board officials say they will welcome students back to in-person learning at the school on Monday, June 13, 2022.
“We appreciate the efforts of the Sarnia Police Service in its investigation and the actions of school and LKDSB staff to support a safe school reopening to students on Monday, June 13,” said Director John Howitt, in a media release.
Members of the LKDSB Mental Health and Well-being Team will be on-site on Monday, June 13 to offer counselling supports, as needed.
School board officials say they will continue to work closely with Sarnia Police Service to ensure a safe learning environment for everyone.
