Milford Police Respond to Hoax Threat Against Elementary Schools; No Danger Found

MILFORD — Milford Police responded to a potential threat against elementary schools on the morning of October 10, 2025, ultimately determining it to be a hoax originating from overseas.

Officers notified Milford Public Schools at approximately 8:15 a.m. after receiving a threatening email targeting elementary schools in the district, according to a press release from the department's Community Engagement Unit.

As a precautionary measure, police immediately stationed officers at all Milford elementary schools while the Detective Bureau investigated.

Investigators determined the threat was not credible and originated from overseas. Despite the hoax determination, police maintained a presence at all Milford schools throughout the remainder of the day to ensure student and staff safety.

The coordination between the police department and Milford Public Schools allowed for immediate protective measures while investigators worked to assess the threat's credibility.

Hoax threats to schools have become an increasingly common problem for law enforcement agencies nationwide, often causing disruption to the educational environment and requiring significant resources to investigate. These threats, even when determined to be false, are taken seriously due to the potential risk to students and staff.

No injuries were reported, and normal school operations continued with the enhanced police presence on campus.

The department did not provide additional details about the specific content of the threatening email or which overseas location it originated from.

Parents and community members seeking additional information about school safety matters can contact the Community Engagement Unit at (203) 874-2366 or via email at crimeprevention@milfordct.gov.

The department reminds residents that anyone who observes suspicious activity or receives concerning communications should report them immediately to local law enforcement.