Markham school cleared after ‘swatting’ call
Posted May 8, 2026 9:46 am.
Last Updated May 8, 2026 11:31 am.
York Regional Police (YRP) were called to a school in Markham on Friday morning for a reported “swatting call,” authorities said.
Officers attended a school near Fonda Road and Denison Street at 8:25 a.m., just as classes were starting, and ruled out any safety issues.
“There is no ongoing threat to public safety,” police wrote in a social media post.
Swatting commonly refers to the act of fraudulently calling 911 to make a report about a fake emergency.
YRP believe the call was made from within the region and the caller was eventually identified.
Police say it’s too soon to speculate on potential charges.
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