A recent graduate of Lyme-Old Lyme High School was arrested early Wednesday evening after posting a comment of Snapchat saying, “no survivors.”
Lyme-Old Lyme Schools Superintendent Ian Neviaser issued a statement to all parents later the same evening in which he described the comment as “disturbing.” He went on to explain in the statement, “While there was no direct threat, we did feel it necessary to contact the police who immediately responded to our concern. Through their investigation, the police have determined that there is no reason to believe that this statement presents a threat to our schools. That being said, the individual who posted this comment was arrested as a result of their behavior and is no longer allowed on school grounds.
Neviaser continued in his statement, “This incident is a perfect example of how important it is for all of us to remain vigilant. I commend the students who came forward and immediately reported this to adults who were able to alert the authorities.”
He concluded, “We hope that this information will dispel any rumors that may arise from this situation. Our number one priority is keeping our students and staff safe and we will continue to work closely with the local and state police to ensure this.”