Sulphur Springs ISD Police Department Addresses Concerns Over Social Media Threats

September 12, 2024 – The Sulphur Springs ISD Police Department, in coordination with the Sulphur Springs Police Department and the Hopkins County Sheriff’s Department, is aware of growing concerns regarding alarming social media posts about potential threats of school violence. These posts have been circulating not only in Northeast Texas but also across neighboring states, impacting school district operations and causing anxiety within our communities. We want to remind everyone that making threats against a school, whether real or a hoax, is a serious crime. Our law enforcement agencies take these threats extremely seriously, especially when the safety of our school-aged children is involved. We will take swift action, including arresting anyone found responsible for creating or spreading these types of posts.

At this time there is no credible evidence suggesting that the recent social media posts represent an actual threat. It is believed that these posts are part of a hoax intended to cause unnecessary alarm in our communities. SSISD Police Chief Pat Leber, Sulphur Springs Police Chief Jason Ricketson, and Hopkins County Sheriff Lewis Tatum are working closely together to address the situation. This collaboration includes an increased law enforcement presence on our campuses as we continue to monitor and respond to any potential concerns. We appreciate the community’s vigilance and encourage anyone with information to contact local law enforcement.

Sulphur Springs ISD Police Department
Pat Leber
Chief of Police/Emergency Management Coordinator Office SSHS: 903-885-2158 ext 2225

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