Morning classes at a public high school in Cainta, Rizal were delayed on Friday after a series of shooting and bomb threats circulated on social media. The threats targeted Francisco P. Felix Memorial National High School, prompting authorities to place the school under heightened alert.
Threats Emerge on Social Media
The incident began on Thursday afternoon when threatening messages from suspected dummy accounts appeared on social media. The posts warned of a shooting and bomb attack at the school, causing immediate concern among students, parents, and school officials.
The Cainta Municipal Police Station quickly responded, deploying the provincial explosive and canine unit to conduct a thorough inspection of the campus. K-9 units were used to search for any explosive devices.
No Explosives Found, Classes Resume
After a comprehensive sweep, authorities declared the school safe, stating that no explosives were found on the premises. According to the Cainta police, the investigation into the threats is ongoing. Despite the all-clear, police remained deployed at the school to ensure the safety of students and staff.
School administrators urged students, teachers, and parents to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information that could cause panic. The delay in morning classes was a precautionary measure to allow for the security sweep.
The threats have heightened security awareness in the area, with local authorities coordinating closely with the school to prevent any future incidents. The identity of the individuals behind the threats has not yet been determined, and the investigation continues.
