The RCMP logo is seen on a podium ahead of a news conference, in St. John’s, Newfoundland, Saturday, June 24, 2023. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld)
Portage la Prairie RCMP arrested two 17-year-old male students Friday morning after threats were made online about bringing firearms to school.
Police were called to a local school around 8:10 a.m. and arrested one student in the parking lot without incident. Investigators say the teen had posted threatening comments in a group chat the night before, referencing harming teachers. No weapons were found on him or in his vehicle.
A second student connected to the threats was also arrested at the school shortly after.
RCMP say the investigation is ongoing.
