Yesterday, XXXXX Police Department responded to a call from a concerned community member regarding suspicious activity near/by XXXXX. Subsequently, XXXXX Police arrested an individual near the bus stop for XXXXX. Any threat this individual posed to student safety has been removed.
We appreciate the swift response and support of the XXX Police Department and also the action of an aware and concerned community member who made the report. We encourage you to take this moment to talk with your child about the importance of reporting any unusual behavior and/or situations immediately.
Thank you – and please don’t hesitate to call if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
XXXXX
Principal
In light of the recent abduction of XXX in XXXXX, and because of reports of suspicious activity in our own area, we are communicating with all parents and guardians.
The facts are (include verified information). We are currently working with local law enforcement to ensure our school is safe. Meanwhile, we remind all parents and children to exercise caution at this time.
Police have indicated that if you observe suspicious activity, you should note the following information and then call 9-1-1:
We reviewed safety precautions with students and reminded them to walk in groups or pairs rather than alone, and to be alert to what is going on around them.
We encourage you to reinforce these messages with your children and ask them to take the same precautions during non-school hours and on weekends. You may also want to discuss the tips listed above in case they observe suspicious activity.
We share your desire to keep all children safe, and we will keep you informed of any new developments.
XXXXX
Principal