Arrest made following threat at Manitoba high school

The Brandon Police Service has made an arrest in connection with a threat at local school on Monday afternoon.

According to police, the incident began around 12:50 p.m. when officers responded to a weapons threat at École secondaire Neelin High School.

Following the threat, the suspect left the premises, while the Brandon School Division placed several schools in a hold and secure out of precaution.

Students and staff provided statements to police officers who located the suspect at a home several blocks away around 1:20 p.m.

The hold and secure was lifted once it was determined there was no ongoing threat. At this time, there is no risk to the community.

The investigation continues.