From Wetaskiwin RCMP: 

On May 29, 2018 at approximately 10:30 a.m Wetaskiwin RCMP were made aware of a possible threat in the parking lot of the Wetaskiwin High School.

Police attended the location where the High school was placed on lock down for a short time. 5 youths were located and arrested.

The school lock down was lifted once the individuals were located.

The investigation determined that there was no viable threat to the school and consequently no charges were laid.

The school will be dealing with the students involved in this situation.

Wetaskiwin Composite High School placed the school on lock down for approximately 30 minutes to ensure the safety of the students and the staff.

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The lock down was in place till all parties were satisfied that there was no threat.