Payson School Lockdown Lifted After Threat Deemed Not Credible

Overview

• A threatening call was reported to the Payson Police Department through its non-emergency line, prompting immediate concern for the district.
• Payson Unified School District placed all five campuses on lockdown while officers were sent to each site as a precaution.
• After investigating the call, police determined the threat was not credible and authorized the lockdown to be lifted.
• The Payson Police Department said the call’s circumstances were consistent with false reports and that an elevated officer presence would remain at schools for the rest of the day.
• Officials have released few public details as the inquiry continues, and investigators typically use phone records and other leads to try to identify the caller while keeping families informed.