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RCMP says shooting threat from U.S. forced Grande Prairie Composite, PWA into hold and secure
The Grande Prairie RCMP say they got a report at 10:03 a.m. from the Grande Prairie Composite High School, saying an unknown person told staff there would be a shooting at the facility.
Following the threat, the Comp along with Peace Wapiti Academy (PWA) were placed on a hold and secure for most of the day as police assessed the situation in the area.
A preliminary investigation by the RCMP has determined the phone calls originated from the United States. Currently, police say there is no risk to staff and students.
The hold and secure at both schools were lifted just after 1:30 p.m.