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Delco School 'Swatted' Friday: Police
"Swatting" is when someone reports a threat to authorities at a specific location when, in fact, there is no actual threat.
UPPER DARBY, PA — A "swatting" incident took place at a Delaware County high school Friday, according to police.
Upper Darby Police said officers were called to Upper Darby High School Friday for a swatting incident.
"Swatting" is when someone reports a threat to authorities at a specific location when, in fact, there is no actual threat.
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Authorities are investigating the incident and said there is no active threat to students, staff, or the public.
"The safety of our schools is our top priority," police said. "The Upper Darby Police Department and Upper Darby School District remain committed to transparency as we work through this incident."
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