Shooting Threat Against Central Regional Unfounded: Officials

BERKELEY, NJ — A social media post circulating about a possible shooting at the Central Regional School District was unfounded and originated from another school, officials said.

The real threat was in Kent County, Missouri against Central High School, according to Central Regional Superintendent Triantafillos Parlapanides. Three Missouri juveniles were arrested in connection with the incident.

In a letter to parents on Sunday, Parlapanides said the Berkeley Township Police Department has investigated all threats.

“I just want to thank your children and parents for seeing the threat and informing their teachers, administrators and parents even reaching out to me on social media, so we could investigate it and make sure we are safe. I am very proud of students, parents, teachers, administration, Board of Education and police department for all working together to keep our school and our community safe for everyone," Parlapanides wrote.

He said Berkeley police will have extra cars on site at the school tomorrow to ensure that students feel safe.

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