Franklin High School Issued ‘Shelter In Place’ Order After ‘Veiled Threat’ Found

January 18, 2019 Crime

Franklin High School was under a “shelter in place” order for about 90 minutes Jan. 18 after a teacher discovered what was thought to be a threatening note.

The threat was later determined to be a hoax, according to township police.

Just before 1 p.m., Franklin Township Police received a call about the note, which contained a “veiled, non-specific threat,” according to an FTPD press release.

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Franklin High School Issued ‘Shelter In Place’ Order After ‘Veiled Threat’ Found

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