NEW BRAUNFELS – An anonymous threat received by New Braunfels High School led to a massive law enforcement response, an hours-long lockdown and classroom-by-classroom evacuations on Thursday.
The school district confirmed the lockdown began around 3 p.m.
New Braunfels police said the threat was not credible but the lockdown remained in place for hours as students were evacuated and reunited with their parents. No injuries were reported.
After 6 p.m., district officials said the lockdown was over.
“To be clear: there have been no injuries, no arrests, and the steps taken at the school were part of police and fire protocols when dealing with a possible credible threat in order to keep students and staff safe. We understand the obvious concern by parents and the community at large and your patience has been appreciated,” police said on social media.
The school initially received “an anonymous tip regarding a threat” before placing staff and students under the lockdown, according to district officials.
During lockdown, no one is allowed to enter or leave the building unless given the all-clear from police.
You can read the full statement on the lockdown from the district below:
“Dear NBISD Parents/Guardians:
New Braunfels High School has been placed on a lockdown as a precaution after receiving an anonymous tip regarding a threat at the high school. New Braunfels Police Department is on the scene to assess the situation as well as several other emergency personnel.
With a lockdown in progress, this means no one can enter the building and no one can leave the building. We ask for your cooperation and ask that you keep the area clear until the lockdown has been lifted.
Thank you,
NBISD Administration”
NBPD’s Investigative Division is still working to locate the source of the threat at this time.