ESPANOLA, Ont. – Provincial police say a Milton, Ont., boy faces charges after alleged threats led to the evacuation of a school in northeastern Ontario.
Police say Chapleau Public School was put in a code red lockdown last Wednesday after police received a report that threats had been made against the school.
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They say the entire school in Chapleau, Ont., was evacuated while officers investigated.
OPP say an extensive investigation has led to charges of false message, uttering threats and two mischief-related counts against a 16-year-old.
They say the accused is being held in custody pending an appearance in Espanola, Ont., court.