BETHLEHEM, Pa. – The Bethlehem Area School District says there is no credible threat after an Instagram post contained language suggesting a potential threat to Liberty High School.
The high school’s administration was made aware of the post, which was on an anonymous account, Tuesday morning, Superintendent Renato M. Lajara said in a message to the community.
The school was placed in a lock-in as a precaution while school administration and law enforcement investigated, Lajara said.
After investigating, law enforcement said there is no credible threat to Liberty High School.
Lajara said the school transitioned to a lock-out for the remainder of the school day while authorities continue to investigate the source and circumstances surrounding the social media post.
In a news release, the Bethlehem Police Department said the lockout is a precautionary measure intended to limit access to the school.
There is no known or active threat to students, staff members, or the Liberty High School community, city police said.
Normal school activities are continuing, and students will be dismissed at the regularly scheduled time, the district said.
The high school will have an increased administrative and law enforcement presence at dismissal.
“BASD takes all reports of potential threats seriously and works closely with law enforcement to ensure the safety of students and staff,” Lajara said.
City police said they’ll provide additional information when appropriate.