New Bedford Public Schools issues statement on threats made to schools

The following statement was issued by the New Bedford Public Schools administration:

“New Bedford Public Schools is aware of threats made to schools and is working closely with the New Bedford Police Department, which have determined them to be not credible. Police report that New Bedford is not the only city to receive such threats.

Superintendent Thomas Anderson said, “We are working aggressively with NBPD regarding a non-credible threat made against public schools in general. At this time we are remaining in session, and as a precaution we will be on high alert. As normal, we are supporting our schools through this process.”