A youth was arrested following an incident at the Fort Frances High School earlier today.
Provincial Police were called to the school at around 10:30 a.m. Thursday regarding a youth in possession of a knife.
The youth was taken in custody.
In a message to parents, the Rainy River District School Board stated the high school was placed in a brief hold and secure position while the situation was unfolding.
There were no reports of any staff or students being harmed.
The youth has since been released.
A spokesperson for the OPP says more information is expected to be released on Friday.
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