COLLINSVILLE, Ill. (KMOX) - Parents saw increased police presence at a Metro East middle school Thursday morning, following a threat on social media.
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Collinsville Middle School says students alerted them to a post by a classmate on social media Wednesday night.
A statement from the school did not elaborate on the nature of the threat against the school. Police contacted the family of the student.
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School officials say additional safety measures are being taken, but they don't believe students are in any danger. They're applauding the students who reported the post.
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