A Statement from Billerica Police and Billerica Public Schools Following Lockdown 

BILLERICA — In collaboration with the Billerica Police Department, the Billerica Public Schools was placed in a lockdown today out of an abundance of caution after Billerica Memorial High School received a non-specific threat made by an anonymous caller.

Upon receiving notification of the threat, district officials immediately activated established emergency protocols and convened the crisis response team, which includes representatives from Billerica Public Schools, the Billerica Police Department, and the Billerica Fire Department.

Additionally, a School Resource Officer was present on-site throughout the incident. Following a comprehensive threat assessment conducted by the Billerica Police Department, the decision was made to lift the lockdown. The investigation determined that the initial verbal threat did not pose a credible danger to students or staff.

To ensure a continued smooth transition for all students, there was a visible police presence at each school during dismissal.

We are incredibly grateful for the understanding and cooperation of our entire school community throughout this afternoon. Our top priority remains the safety of our students and staff, and we appreciate everyone’s patience as we worked closely with law enforcement to ensure a secure environment.

Billerica Public Schools thanks the Billerica Police Department for their swift response and collaborative efforts in assessing the situation and ensuring the safety of our schools.

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