by Sylene Argent
On Friday afternoon, the Ontario Provincial Police initiated a Hold and Secure, effecting Essex District High School.
The Hold and Secure lasted approximately one hour.
OPP Constable Jim Root confirmed that after a short investigation, it was determined that a misunderstood conversation overheard by a student led to these precautions being initiated by the school.
A statement from Root on the matter noted at no time were students or staff in any danger.