Crime & Safety

Police Called to White Lake Middle School Following Possible Threat

An 18-year-old made comments about getting even with a student at White Lake Middle School, according to White Lake Police.

White Lake Police were called to White Lake Middle School Monday afternoon after an 18-year-old man made some comments about getting even with his 13-year-old ex-girlfriend, according to police.

Lt. Don Nankervis said the male, who had recently turned 18, was involved in a social relationship with a 13-year-old student at White Lake Middle School. When the two broke up, Nankervis said, the 18-year-old had made some comments about getting back at the student.

As a precaution, police were notified, Nankervis said.

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In a statement to parents, Kim Root with the Huron Valley School District said a non-specific threat was made on social media.

"This threat was assessed by law enforcement and determined not to be imminent," Root said. "As a precaution, White Lake Police and our staff had an increased presence at dismissal. Dismissal occurred in the normal fashion. The individual who made the threat is being dealt with by law enforcement."

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Nankervis said police are in phone contact with the 18-year-old now.


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