Man Arrested in Connection to School Threats

Wednesday, 24 April 2024 14:43

By Kyle Freel

Police say Delhi high school in Norfolk County was targeted, 18-year old arrested in Welland

A man has been arrested in Welland, in connection to threats made against a high school in Norfolk County.

Police say they began an investigation early this morning, just after midnight, concerning Delhi District Secondary School.

Police learned a group of people were talking over their electronic devices when one of them threatened harm to the school and people within.

With the help of Niagara regional police, the suspect was arrested at a house in Welland.

18-year old Jakob Jordan of Norfolk County is charged with uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm.

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