On May 26, 2017, at approximately 2:50 PM, Spooner Police Officers responded to a call from the Spooner High School regarding a complaint of threats. It was determined that a Burnett County male had made statements about causing harm to others during the graduation ceremonies that were to take place that evening at Spooner High School.
With assistance from the Burnett County Sheriff's Office, The Spooner Police Department was able to locate the male in Spooner and take him into custody without incident.
The Spooner Police Department would like to thank the Burnett County Sheriff's Office, Washburn County Sheriff's Office, Wisconsin State Patrol and Wisconsin DNR Wardens for assisting in this matter.
The Spooner Police Department would also like to thank the staff at Spooner High School for their quick response to this matter.
Per Spooner Police Captain Steve Pank
[Photo by Holly S. Snyder]
Last Update: May 27, 2017 10:55 am CDT
