FAIRFIELD, Ohio — A juvenile was arrested and charged Monday afternoon after a swatting call led to a heavy police presence at Fairfield High School, the Fairfield Police Department said.
Police said officers responded to the school after a 911 caller claimed there was an active threat. That report was confirmed to be false.
Students and staff were instructed to stay in the classroom until the school was given an all-clear out of an abundance of caution, police said. The school has returned to normal operations, the school district said.
Police said a "known juvenile" was arrested and charged with inducing panic, a second-degree felony, and swatting, a fourth-degree felony. The juvenile, who has not been identified, was transported to Butler County Juvenile Detention ahead of court proceedings.
"Maintaining a safe and secure environment will continue to be our priority as we work through this situation," the school district said.
