GOODLAND- Law enforcement authorities in Sherman County are investigating an alleged threat at Northwest Kansas Technical College.

Authorities on the school’s campus were notified by a student of an alleged third party threat against staff, according to Dean of Student Services Jason Showalter.

In light of recent events in Oregon the decision was made to call off class until the Goodland Police Department had a chance to investigate the validity of the threat.

An immediate investigation was launched and it was determined that probable cause did not exist for criminal charges, nor was it confirmed that the threats were actually made. Classes at the school were called off until Monday when a normal schedule will resume.

The school responded immediately with a timely warning, which is mandated by federal law, according to Showalter. He also thanked the students that came forward with the information.