Swan River RCMP recently investigated a potential threat made against a local high school.

On October 19th, at approximately 8:15 PM, Swan River RCMP learned of the potential threat.

The report originated from a group chat on a social media site that was then shared online, generating concern from the community and RCMP officers.

RCMP located the youth who reportedly issued the threat at his residence. Following an initial investigation, RCMP found that the story circulating on social media was fabricated and that the youth did not send or post any threats.

RCMP continue to investigate the origins of the unfounded threat.