Extra patrols are being deployed at Putnam City Schools today following a social media post that raised security concerns. According to OKC FOX, a hoax post mentioned Capps and Cooper Middle Schools, prompting officials to increase law enforcement presence as a precaution. Authorities have stated that the threat has low credibility.
The district, prioritizing caution, has confirmed that regular school activities will continue despite the disruption. As reported by News 9, although the threat was determined to be a hoax, school leaders assured that classes on today will proceed as scheduled.
KOCO confirmed that a district official addressed the situation regarding the threatening post. While specific details of the post were not made public, law enforcement agencies were notified and confirmed the threat was non-credible. As a result, district officials decided to maintain extra patrols as a precaution, offering reassurance to students, staff, and families.
