Bucks Co Student Had 'List Of Targets' In School Threat: Official

Levittown PA

07 March, 2022

11:16 AM

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BRISTOL BOROUGH, PA — Bristol Borough police are investigating a possible threat made to Bristol High School. Dr. Thomas Shaffer, Acting Superintendent of the school district, released a statement on Thursday that said a Safe-2-Say tip alerted the school and authorities of a possible threat to the school. According to Shaffer, the tip said that the student had a list of other students "he was planning to target". "The list mentioned first names only," Shaffer said. The student was apprehended and questioned by authorities. No charges have yet been announced. (Read the original press release from Dr. Thomas Shaffer below): Dear Parents/Guardians, The Administration was made aware through a Safe-to-Say tip that a student in Bristol High School had a list of students he was planning to target. The list mentioned first names only. The student was immediately questioned and has been apprehended by the Bristol Borough Police Department. Safety is our first priority and we believe the immediate response ensured the safety of all students. Sincerely, Dr. Thomas Shaffer, Acting Superintendent