Suspect Detained Following Potential School Shooting Threat in Switzerland Co.

The Sheriff's Office says no active threat is believed to exist.

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(Vevay, Ind.) – One person has been detained following a potential school shooting threat in Switzerland County.

The Switzerland County Sheriff’s Office received information Tuesday morning about an alleged threat that was made via social media.

A suspect has been identified and is currently detained pending further investigation.

The Sheriff’s Office says no active threat is believed to exist and schools remain on their normal schedule.

Further information is expected to be released as it becomes available.  

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