Parsons Police conclude their investigation into a threat of violence at Parsons High School.

 

 The Parsons Police Department responded to a potential threat of violence directed towards Parsons High School following a tip received by School Resource Officer on Tuesday. The tip was promptly forwarded to the Investigations Division, initiating a thorough investigation conducted by Detectives, School Resource Officers, and Patrol Officers throughout that evening. In response to the report, there was an increased law enforcement presence at the high school.

 

Multiple search warrants were issued to examine social media activity, and cell devices and several interviews were conducted. No posts or evidence have been found to corroborate the threat.

 

Detectives have determined that the rumored "shooter list" on Snapchat never existed. The individual involved admitted to fabricating the story after overhearing a conversation about not attending school on Wednesday. They claimed it was "a joke" and did not anticipate the situation escalating to this extent.

 

The Labette County Attorney's Office is currently reviewing the matter to determine if formal charges will be filed against the person or persons involved in spreading this false information. If anyone has any further information on this incident or any other criminal activity, please contact the Parsons Police Department