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Kentucky Police Probe Wave of School Bomb Threats Across the State

Investigators suspect a robocall scheme is driving the reports.

Overview

  • Kentucky State Police said they are investigating multiple threats that targeted schools in coordination with local law enforcement.
  • Officials reported that none of the threats have been deemed credible, and investigators are checking each report.
  • Preliminary findings point to a robocalling campaign that used automated calls with prerecorded voice messages.
  • Police have not identified specific schools, and Jefferson County Public Schools said it has received no threats.
  • Parents online have urged police to name affected schools, reflecting anxiety after recent hoax calls also forced zoo evacuations including in Louisville.