Crime & Safety

Threats To Miami-Dade, Broward Schools Unfounded, Police Investigate "Swatting" Calls

"It appears to be a hoax. We're getting the same threat at different schools," said Miami-Dade schools police Chief Edwin Lopez.

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October 12, 2022

Police and fire rescue personnel were sent to schools in Miami-Dade and Broward on Tuesday morning to check out reports of possible threats.

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Miami Fire Rescue went to Miami Central Senior High School after a call was made about a possible incident at the school, at 1781 NW 95th Street in West Little River. The school was placed on lockdown.

A reported threat was also called concerning Ronald W. Reagan/Doral Senior High School, at 8600 NW 107 Avenue, in Doral. The school was also placed on lockdown.

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