OPP investigating several bomb threats across northern and eastern Ontario, multiple schools targeted

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has launched an investigation into multiple bomb threats across parts of northern and eastern Ontario on Wednesday, Nov. 1.

The OPP said several schools under different school boards and other facilities are being targeted with a demand for payment.

OPP is investigating multiple bomb threats across Northern + Eastern Ontario targeting multiple schools and other facilities. As a precaution many schools are closed. Contact schools for more information. Local officers and OPP Cybercrime Investigations Team are engaged. 1/2

— OPP East Region (@OPP_ER) November 1, 2023

As a precaution, many targeted schools and facilities have closed as the investigation continues.

Parents are encouraged to contact their schools or school boards for more information. In additional to local officers, the OPP Cybercrime Investigations Team is engaged.

Schools in the Conseil scolaire de district catholique de l’Est ontarien (CSDCEO), have been evacuated.

The Cornwall Police Service said it is aware of the current situation involving the CSDCEO “and are working collaboratively with schools.”

#545 – The Cornwall Police Service is aware of the current situation involving the Conseil scolaire de district catholique de l'Est ontarien (CSDCEO) and are working collaboratively with schools.

— Cornwall Police Service (@cwlpolice) November 1, 2023

The public is always encouraged to report any suspicious activity that could be a risk to public safety.

 Anyone with information is urged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

#545 – The CSDCEO has sent a communication to all families of their students indicating the actions they are taking. If you are a parent or guardian please check your email for further details regarding your student.

— Cornwall Police Service (@cwlpolice) November 1, 2023