Boulder police investigating a cyber threat to Boulder High School

On Jan. 26, at approximately 9:53 p.m. the Boulder Police Department was made aware of a threat to Boulder High School posted on social media. A screenshot of a text message threatening to harm students went viral on social media. The Boulder Valley School District was immediately made aware of the threat and communicated with parents. The Boulder County Cyber Team and Investigators from the Boulder Police Department are working to determine the origin of the threat. With assistance from the University of Colorado Police Department there is an increased officer presence at Boulder High School.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Boulder Police Department at 303-441-3333.  Those who have information but wish to remain anonymous may contact Safe2Tell at 1-877-542-SAFE (7233). Tips may also be submitted through the Safe2Tell website atsafe2tell.org.

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