A bomb threat briefly closed Lockhart K-8 School. The Virgin Islands Police Department determined it to be a fraudulent threat.
The school resumed operations after responding to the threat.
The incident began with a call shortly after 10:30 Monday morning indicating a potential bomb
threat to the school campus.
Immediately upon receiving this information, school officials promptly contacted 911 and initiated
evacuation and security procedures. In accordance with safety protocols, students were safely
escorted to the Roy Lester Schneider Hospital parking lot to ensure their well-being.
Subsequently, the Virgin Islands Police Department conducted a sweep of the campus to
identify any potential threats. After their inspection and finding no evidence of any danger on the
premises, the VIPD granted the “all clear” signal. The Lockhart K-8 School has now resumed
operations, providing assurance that all students, faculty, and staff are secure.
The incident is under further investigation by the Virgin Islands Police Department to ascertain the
specific details and circumstances surrounding the reported bomb threat. Students are reminded of the seriousness of making any kind of threats that could compromise the safety of fellow students and school personnel.
The Virgin Islands Department of Education expresses gratitude to the VIPD for their ongoing
collaborative efforts in effectively addressing incidents on school campuses
