Laredo and United ISDs dismiss students early on Monday due to 'general safety threat'

LAREDO, Texas (KTRK) -- Both Laredo and United ISDs released students early on Monday after citing a "general safety threat" to all schools in the South Texas area.

Students at both school districts were released as follows:
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• 12:30 p.m. for high schools

• 1 p.m. for middle schools

• 1:30 p.m. for elementary schools

"Because every threat is taken seriously, local law enforcement and school district officials believe the early release is a precaution to keep students and staff safe," the release said in part.
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Plans are to resume classes tomorrow, Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023.

An investigation by local and federal law enforcement officials remains underway.