Threat at LTHS
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A social media driven alert caused local law enforcement to increase their presence at LTHS on Thursday February 7th. THe first announcment from the Principal made the situation public:
"Rumors of Threat to Lake Travis High School
February 7, 2019
Dear Lake Travis High School Parents and Guardians,
Taking into consideration the influx of tips received through our Cavs Who Care Tip Line as well as social media activity occurring late last night and into the early morning hours today, I am writing to let you know that I am aware of the rumors and ongoing conversations of a potential threat to Lake Travis High School today, Thursday, February 7. This letter is to inform you of what we are doing to respond to this matter.
This information has been reported to law enforcement officials who are presently investigating the matter. As you can appreciate, the safety and security of our students and staff is our top priority. Therefore, out of an abundance of caution, law enforcement will have an increased presence on our campus today. We take these matters seriously and will continue to investigate all tips and any information we receive.
I am also aware that concerns remain about the assault on our teacher which occurred earlier in the week. I want to be clear that these are two separate and unrelated matters. Please continue to stress with your children the importance of immediately reporting any information or suspicious activity to an adult. I encourage you to continue sending your child to school. Together, we will do everything possible to protect our children and foster a safe learning environment for all students.
Sincerely, Gordon Butler Principal"
Later that day the following was distributed:
"Update on Rumors of Threat to Lake Travis High School
February 7, 2019
Dear Lake Travis High School Parents and Guardians,
After a thorough investigation of more than 80 tips received through our Cavs Who Care Tip Line over the past 18 hours, a review of recent social media activity, and law enforcement and administrative interviews with students and staff conducted throughout the morning, we have concluded that the rumors about a potential threat to our campus are unfounded. Our school is safe.
Contrary to student conversations and social media activity, no weapons have been recovered, no arrests have been made, and at no time was our campus placed on lockdown. After our investigation, we found that no direct threats were ever made against our campus. As previously mentioned, we take these matters seriously and will continue to investigate all tips and any information we receive.
We appreciate the information provided to us through our tip line. Please continue to stress with your children the importance of immediately reporting any information or suspicious activity to an adult. I encourage you to continue sending your child to school. I appreciate the confidence you continue to place in my administration and the systems in place to foster a safe learning environment for all students.
Sincerely, Gordon Butler Principal"
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