Woodstock, ON – On Thursday, September 10, 2026, at approximately 12:30 p.m., the Woodstock Police Service received a report of a weapons threat at St. Mary’s Catholic High School, located at 431 Juliana Dr., Woodstock.
Officers responded in a manner consistent with the nature of the threat. Following an initial investigation, police determined the threat was unfounded and the incident was an example of “swatting” — a criminal hoax in which a false report is made to emergency services, typically to provoke a large-scale police response to a location where no genuine emergency exists.
The incident resulted in an increased police presence in the area as officers worked to ensure the safety of students and staff while the investigation was conducted.
The investigation into the source of the threat remains ongoing. Further information will be released if appropriate.
The Woodstock Police Service thanks the London District Catholic School Board for their cooperation and assistance throughout the investigation.
The Woodstock Police Service would like to encourage anyone with information about this investigation to contact the Woodstock Police Service at 519-537-2323 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).