‘Swatting’ call leads to lockdown at Fargo South High School

FARGO (KVRR) – Fargo South High School was locked down Wednesday afternoon after a caller indicated there were bombs on the premises.

School officials say the threat was investigated and considered not credible.

They say it was most likely a “swatting” call, which is when someone reports a fake emergency.

The following letter was sent to South High School parents:

South High School Parents,

 This email is to alert you that South High School is currently in lockdown due to a phone call threat the school office received.  All students and staff are currently safe.

 Around 2 p.m. today, a phone call was received by the school office. The caller indicated they had placed bombs around and in the school. Based on the information the caller was sharing, the threat was deemed not to be credible and most likely a “swatting” call. Swatting is when someone reports a fake emergency. However, out of an abundance of caution for the safety of the school, emergency procedures were enacted, and the school went into a lockdown. 

 The school will remain in lockdown until the Fargo Police Department has completed a full sweep of the school.

 While I understand that this communication is concerning to receive, everything is being done to ensure the safety of everyone in the school at this time. Another message will be sent to you as soon as the lockdown is lifted and we return to normal operations. 

 Kristi Brandt, principal
South High School