NORTH MIAMI BEACH, Fla. – North Miami Beach are questioning a student after “suspicious bags” were found Thursday morning at C. G. Bethel High School.
North Miami Beach police said Miami-Dade police also responded to the school at 16150 NE 17th Ave. with their bomb squad to assess the situation.
Authorities confirmed that the school had been evacuated, along with the surrounding areas, as a precaution.
Shortly after noon, students and staff members were allowed to return to class after the all clear was given.
Some people at City Hall who had knowledge about the situation told Local 10 News reporter Glenna Milberg that a parent called police to notify them about a possible bomb threat and that a student who he knew was placing the bags around campus.
It’s unclear whether the student will face charges.
No other details were immediately released.