US: Police confirm no threat at St. John's Preparatory School in Danvers, Massachusetts, May 22, following unconfirmed reports of active shooter /update 1

Event

Police confirmed there is no threat at St. John's Preparatory School in Danvers, Massachusetts, May 22, following earlier unconfirmed reports of an active shooter. Officials evacuated the building and confirmed no casualties or individuals with a gun. School representatives had initially said there were reports of an active shooter at Benjamin Hall, and students and employees were sheltering in place.

Transport and business disruptions around the school are possible for the coming hours due to the large police response.

Advice

Avoid the area. Allow additional time to reach your destination if operating in Danvers, Mass.