Vance Elementary School in New Britain, CT, went into lockdown due to a false swatting call.

Vance Elementary School in New Britain, Connecticut, went into lockdown on Monday due to a swatting call reporting an armed person on the premises. Police searched the school and found no threats. Superintendent Tony Gasper commended the swift response of law enforcement and highlighted the need to address the anxiety caused by such incidents. An increased police presence and additional mental health support will be provided at the school moving forward.