Former student arrested after threats made at Brantford high school

A 21-year-old man has been arrested after threats were made towards staff and students at a Brantford high school.

Police were called to Assumption College School on Shellard Lane around 4:30 p.m. Tuesday.

They say a former student went to the school and threatened staff and students.

The school was hosting a Brant County high school boys volleyball game at the time of the incident.

The Brantford Police are currently investigating an incident at Assumption College in West Brant. As a precaution the school has been closed down while the investigation is completed. If you are picking up a student you can attend to the student parking lot.

— Brantford Police (@BrantfordPolice) November 6, 2018

Police moved all students, staff and visitors to the gymnasium while officers secured the school.

A 21-year-old man was arrested and charged with uttering threats.

Police believe there are no further safety concerns and the school was open for classes Wednesday morning.

The BPS are continuing to investigate an incident at Assumption College. A suspect is in custody and there are no safety concerns for community at this time. The school has reopened.

— Brantford Police (@BrantfordPolice) November 7, 2018

Anyone with additional information that could help police with the investigation is asked to contact investigators at 519-756-7050.