Police: Unconfirmed threat made against Asbury Park HS prompts lockdown

Asbury Park High School was put on lockdown Thursday morning following unconfirmed reports of a threat.

News 12 Staff

Nov 17, 2022, 5:43 PM

Updated 851 days ago

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Police: Unconfirmed threat made against Asbury Park HS prompts lockdown
Asbury Park High School was put on lockdown Thursday morning following unconfirmed reports of a threat.
Asbury Park police say that around 8 a.m., a woman walking her dog says she was approached by a man riding a bike. According to the woman, the man told her that he had a gun and was going to shoot at or inside the school.
Police say the woman reported this alleged threat, and the school was put on lockdown as a precaution. They say that there were never any active shooters present at the school.
Police say that no suspect has been identified at this time.
Anyone who may have information is asked to call Asbury Park police at 732-774-1300.