Someone left a threatening letter in the mailbox of Fall Creek Elementary School Monday afternoon, according to the Fishers Police Department. School administrators contacted local police after finding the note warning of a shooting planned for the same day, Monday, March 19.
Fishers Police immediately sent uniformed police officers to every Hamilton Southeastern School District building as detectives to investigate.
A news release issued by the Fishers Police Department stated, “Although the timing of the threat has passed we are treating this as a serious matter. Ensuring the safety of students and staff is our top priority. As a precautionary measure uniformed officers will continue to provide extra patrols. We are requesting the cooperation and assistance from the community. Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to call the Fishers Police Department at 317-595-3300 or the Hamilton County Dispatch Center at 317-773-1282.”