Indiana State Police Issue Statement on Widespread Indiana School Threat

Friday, April 14, 2023 at 9:31 AM

By Indiana State Police, news release

Locally, a bomb threat was made Friday morning at Madison Consolidated Schools.

INDIANAPOLIS - Early this morning, the Indiana State Police was made aware of an email message sent to several dozen Indiana schools threatening the use of explosive devices that had allegedly been planted on various school campuses.

We immediately allocated all intelligence resources to investigate the validity of the threat, to include communication with the Department of Education, our local, county, and federal law enforcement partners. At this time no suspicious or explosive devices have been found in any of our schools. The investigation into the origin of this threat is ongoing.

RELATED: Bomb Threat at Madison Consolidated Schools Early This Morning 

Out of an abundance of caution, troopers throughout the state have been in communication with their local schools to offer assistance and resources. School corporations are working with their local law enforcement to make the best decision about their operations today.

Indiana State Police Superintendent Doug Carter said, “The safety of our children will always be a top priority, the Indiana State Police will continue to offer any and all resources we have to schools to ensure safety for our students.”

More from Local News

Events

Milan American Legion Warn Community of Scam

The issue is in regard to a social media post about the legion's annual raffle.

Draft Solar Ordinance Discussed at Plan Commission Meeting

A special meeting for further discussions has been set for September 9.

ORVC Names Top Performers for August 3-22

South Ripley's Claire Samples was among seven that were recognized with weekly honors.

Local Sports Report - August 26, 2026

Lawrenceburg girls soccer has won four straight matches against ranked opponents to start the season.

Lohmiller Real Estate Announces Community Ambassador Partnership with LHS Quarterback

Beginning with the 2026–27 school year, the IHSAA allows student-athletes to participate in certain personal branding activities

On Air

Rick Bernius playing
Faith Hill - Take Me As I Am

Morgan Wallen More Than My Hometown 15:41
Carrie Underwood Smoke Break 15:38
Garth Brooks Rodeo 15:34
Billy Currington Let Me Down Easy 15:26