Locust Valley, NY, September 15, 2025
News Summary
The Locust Valley School District has canceled its board meeting after receiving threats of gun violence. Board President George Vasiliou announced safety precautions were necessary following alarming voicemail messages linked to a recent shooting incident. Law enforcement determined the threats posed no real danger, and the caller was a victim of harassment. Safety measures have been implemented, and classes resumed the following day. The board meeting is rescheduled for next week to review safety procedures.
Locust Valley, NY – The Locust Valley School District has canceled its scheduled board meeting following threats of gun violence received just hours before the meeting. The district took safety precautions after two back-to-back voicemail messages were reported, raising concerns among board members and attendees.
Board President George Vasiliou notified attendees of the threats and made the decision to cancel the meeting, prioritizing safety in the wake of the alarming messages. The voicemail threats referenced the shooting of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk, who was shot earlier that day in Utah. This connection raised immediate concerns about potential dangers to board members and the school community.
In response to the reported threats, the Nassau County Police Department quickly dispatched officers to Locust Valley High School. Following an investigation, law enforcement determined that the calls had been made by a 72-year-old intoxicated man attempting to confront a prankster who had spoofed the school’s phone number.
Police found that the messages posed no real threat; the caller had referred to Kirk’s shooting as “a shame” but had not praised the shooter in any way. The investigation involved collaboration between Nassau County Police, Suffolk County Police Department, and the Department of Homeland Security to assess the situation comprehensively.
Once officers interviewed the elderly man at his Suffolk home, it became clear that he was a victim of harassment. As a result, the man was not charged with any crime, nor were any credible threats identified in his voicemail messages. School officials informed parents that there was no immediate danger to the students or staff following the inquiry.
In a statement released by the district, officials reflected on the findings of the investigation and reiterated the importance of prioritizing safety at schools. Classes resumed as normal the day following the incident, with heightened security measures in place. This included a marked police presence on campus to reassure students and parents. However, all outdoor activities were initially canceled but were expected to resume soon.
Locust Valley School District has promptly rescheduled the board meeting for the following week. During this meeting, officials plan to review existing safety procedures in light of recent events. A former school board president expressed confidence in the district’s protective measures and sought to reassure parents about the safety of their children while on school premises.
Safety Measures Implemented
- Increased police presence at Locust Valley High School
- Rescheduled board meeting with safety procedures review
- Normal class activities resumed the day after the incident
Background on Threats
The voicemail threats coincided with the shooting of Charlie Kirk, leading to heightened vigilance from law enforcement and the school district. Such incidents raise concerns regarding public safety, especially in educational settings.
Future Actions
The Locust Valley School District will continue to prioritize safety, with the upcoming board meeting serving as a platform to address any lingering concerns related to the recent threats.
Upcoming Activities
- Board meeting rescheduled for next week
- Review of existing safety measures
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Additional Resources
- Newsday: Locust Valley Schools Meeting Threats
- Wikipedia: Threat Analysis
- New York Post: Long Island District Cancels Meeting
- Google Search: Locust Valley School District Meeting Threats
- Long Island Press: Locust Valley Gun Threat
- Google Scholar: School Safety Threats
- ABC7: Locust Valley School Board Mask Mandate
- Encyclopedia Britannica: School Safety
- News 12: NY Law Requires Schools to Develop Emergency Plans
- Google News: School Gun Violence
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