Alexandria Police Investigating Social Media Threat Referencing Alexandria City High School

Page updated on November 11, 2026 at 10:36 PM
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Header banner that reads Alexandria Police Department News Release Trrick McGuire, Chief of Police.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

November 11, 2026 

Alexandria Police Investigating Social Media Threat Referencing Alexandria City High School 

ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The Alexandria Police Department (APD) is aware of threatening social media posts referencing Alexandria City High School and is actively investigating the matter. 

APD School Resource Officers (SROs) remain actively engaged in the schools, and out of an abundance of caution, APD will increase police presence at Alexandria City High School campuses. The APD Homeland Security Section is working closely with Alexandria City Public Schools administrators and security personnel to ensure a safe learning environment for students, staff, and faculty. 

We take all threats to the safety of our schools seriously and remain committed to working in coordination with ACPS to ensure the safety of our school community. 

We ask students, families, and community members to remain vigilant. If you see something, say something. Anyone with information concerning this threat is asked to call 703.764.4444. In an emergency, call 911.