Vinton, Louisiana - The Vinton Police Department released new details regarding an investigation at Vinton Middle School while maintaining compliance with Louisiana laws that protect certain information from public disclosure.
School officials received a report on Monday, Nov. 10, 2025, concerning an incident that involved several students and one staff member. The investigation found that text messages about an active shooter threat were sent by students who were not directly involved in the original incident.
"There were text messages sent by students who were not directly involved in the incident regarding an active shooter threat. However, the involved students did not send any text messages," the police department stated in their release.
The investigation also examined allegations regarding laptop searches that would potentially violate Louisiana law or the Student Code of Conduct. Police found no evidence to support claims that any involved students performed such searches.
Louisiana law restricts the disclosure of certain information related to school incidents, particularly those involving minors. The police department's statement aimed to balance transparency with the public while adhering to these legal requirements.
The Vinton Police Department emphasized its ongoing commitment to school safety. Law enforcement and school officials continue to take potential threats seriously, regardless of the outcome of individual investigations.
No further details about the nature of the original incident, the identities of those involved, or potential disciplinary actions were released due to privacy protections under state law.
All persons are presumed innocent until proven guilty.