TikTok posts target New Canaan High School, police say no credible threat found

NEW CANAAN, Conn. (WFSB) - Police are investigating TikTok posts directed at New Canaan High School that included derogatory content and messages suggesting students stay home from school.

Police have identified the origination of the posts, which are out of state. The department has determined there is no credible threat to New Canaan High School and the public, according to the police department.

Extra police presence was seen at the high school on Monday for precautionary measures, and authorities are continuing to monitor the situation closely, police said.

As of right now, detectives are working to identify the individual or individuals responsible for the TikTok posts.

Police want to remind students and families to be mindful of what personal information they share about themselves and others on social media platforms, they said many accounts are created anonymously with malicious or controversial intent.

The ongoing investigation is being conducted by the Connecticut Intelligence Center along with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

No further details were released.

If anyone has any information regarding the origin of the posts, you are asked to contact the New Canaan Police Department. All tips will be kept confidential.

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