Local online threats prompts TUSD to have community meeting [Video]

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — While Palo Verde High School freshman Aaren Griffiths waited at the bus stop, the recent spate of school threats, both local and nationwide, were on his mind.

“People would just show what they’re posting and be like, ‘Guys, watch out,’” Griffiths said. “I saw one (where) they’re going to pull the fire alarm, and when everyone goes outside, they’re going to shoot everybody.”

The threats were what prompted the Tucson Unified School District to hold a virtual community meeting with Tucson Police Department.

Joe Hallums, TUSD’s director of school safety was at the meeting and said during credible threats, they have lockdowns and secure perimeters.

“Obviously our goal is to prevent anything from happening,” Hallums said.

When it comes to training, he said school safety personnel do active shooter drills and teachers get resources. However, he said teachers don’t do drills with students.

“We understand that …