Chestnut Ridge Middle School evacuated following bomb threat

Chestnut Ridge Middle School in Rockland County, New York, was evacuated on Thursday afternoon following a reported bomb threat. The incident began at approximately 1:11 p.m., prompting the immediate removal of students and staff to an off-site location.

A large-scale law enforcement response included explosive detection K9 units from the Ramapo Police, Rockland County Sheriff’s Office, New York State Police, Woodbury Police, and Orange County Sheriff’s Office. The Rockland County Sheriff’s Bomb Disposal Unit also assisted in a thorough search of the building.

Authorities confirmed that no explosive devices were found on the premises. However, the investigation is ongoing, with the Ramapo Police Investigations Division receiving assistance from the FBI Joint Terrorism Task Force. No information regarding the origin of the threat or potential suspects has been released.