LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A threat made against Lacey Township High School Tuesday morning prompted a major law enforcement response and a temporary shelter-in-place order as authorities investigated the situation.
According to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer, the Lacey Township Police Department received a call at approximately 7:10 a.m. threatening violence at the school.
In response, school officials and law enforcement immediately implemented a shelter-in-place order while officers conducted a comprehensive assessment of the campus and surrounding area. Authorities said multiple agencies responded, including the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, Lacey Township Police Department, and Ocean County Sheriff’s Office.
Investigators later determined there was no credible threat to students or the public. The shelter-in-place order was lifted at approximately 10:05 a.m., and the school resumed normal operations.
Officials said Lacey Township High School will remain under heightened security while the investigation continues.
Authorities are actively working to identify the person or persons responsible for making the threat. Anyone with information is urged to contact Lt. Brad Frank of the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office at 732-929-2027, extension 3689, or Lt. Michael Hein of the Lacey Township Police Department at 609-693-6636, extension 2594.