PEMBROKE PINES, FLA. (WSVN) - Pembroke Pines Police and the Broward County Sheriff’s Office are investigating threats made over the weekend aimed at Somerset Academy.
Officials said the middle school, high school and the arts conservatory were mentioned in the threat.
Police said while there are no immediate security concerns, there will be an increased police presence at those campuses for the rest of the week.
Along with an increased police presence, there will be new safety measures enforced throughout the week including a change in drop-off locations and the prohibition of backpacks, bookbags, and lunch boxes. If needed, students are allowed a small bag for hygiene items.
All lunches must be packed in a clear disposable container or plastic bag.
In addition to that, students must be in full uniform with their ID’s visible at all times.
Students must be on campus before 11:30a.m. to participate in after-school activities. If a student was absent during the day they will not be permitted to participate in after-school activities.
7News spoke students to hear their point of view about the recent threats made to their school, some say they feel an extra sense of safety with the increase police presence, others find the trend of school threats to be daunting.
“I think that we’re fine. I think it was mainly just a certain issue between two individuals. It shouldn’t be brought to the school. But I mean they’re taking extra precaution, so I mean that’s good,” said a student.
“I think it’s really a messed up thing that’s been going on. You know, kids shouldn’t be going to school thinking that they’re going to get shot up or have to think about all that stuff,” said a student.
“There’s always threats but I guess this one is more serious. We can’t bring bags or anything,” said a student.
“They just think it’s all a game, but it’s very serious though because there’s too much shootings going on,” said a student.
Pembroke Pines Police Department said their Threat Assessment Team is actively investigating this incident to ensure the continued safety of the school.
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