(Harlan, IA) – A reported threat this (Friday) morning at the Harlan Community School District was investigated, and deemed not credible. At around 6:53-a.m., Harlan Community school officials and the School Resource Officer were notified of a potential threat to the campus.

The School Resource Officer immediately initiated an investigation and determined, prior to the start of the school day, that the threat was not credible. As a precautionary measure, additional law enforcement personnel were deployed to the campus during the investigation to ensure the continued safety and security of students and staff.