‘Disbelief’ felt after school attacks prevented in Nova Scotia, Manitoba
Global News
Parents and students in Nova Scotia and Manitoba are dealing with the aftermath of what could have been two deadly school attacks, after FBI intel leads to arrests.
Communities in Nova Scotia and Manitoba are grappling with fear, uncertainty and difficult questions after police say they foiled plans by two teenagers to carry out violent attacks at schools in both provinces.
Police say the case came to light after a “concerning online conversation” between two Canadian teens was flagged and shared with authorities by the Federal Bureau of Investigation and Interpol.
Investigators allege the teens discussed plans to carry out simultaneous attacks at Rivers Collegiate in Rivers, Man., and Park View Education Centre in Bridgewater, N.S.
A 14-year-old in Manitoba has been charged with uttering threats. A 15-year-old in Nova Scotia faces charges including conspiracy to commit murder and uttering threats to cause death.
David Mitchell, mayor of Bridgewater, N.S., said while the immediate threat has been addressed, the emotional impact remains.
“It’s March break right now… but kids are going back next week… how do you cope with that? How are you going to adjust?”
Police say a search of a Nova Scotia home uncovered detailed handwritten plans, imitation weapons, a roughly made imitation pipe bomb and assault rifle, along with electronic devices and clothing with hate symbols and concerning comments.
Authorities have said the attack was not believed to be imminent, but there was evidence of planning.
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