Online school threats in New Jersey, Florida result in juveniles being arrested [Video]

Authorities in New Jersey and Florida have arrested three juveniles in connection to separate online school threats.

In New Jersey, a threat was posted to social media and said a shooting would occur at five schools, according to local news outlet NBC10 Philadelphia.

As a result, Woodbury Public Schools and the Deptford Township School District announced they would be closed on Monday.

In a letter to the Woodbury School community, Superintendent Andrew Bell said there was no immediate indication that the threat was valid, but that schools were closed out of precaution.

“While we do not believe the threat to be credible, we are exercising extreme caution to ensure the safety of our students, staff, and families. Please be assured that school safety remains our top priority, and we are taking every precaution necessary to maintain a secure environment,” Bell said.

Deptford Township superintendent of schools Kevin Kanauss shared a similar message.

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