All-clear given at Pembroke Pines Charter High after suspicious call

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Pembroke Pines Charter High School was placed on lockdown after a suspicious phone call, but police found no safety threat after searching the campus. Students were gathered at the football field during the search, and classes resumed after the all-clear was given.

Why it matters

School lockdowns and threats can be disruptive and concerning for students, parents, and the community. This incident highlights the need for schools and law enforcement to have effective emergency response protocols in place to quickly assess and address any potential safety issues.

The details

Pembroke Pines Police responded to the school and conducted a search across the campus after receiving reports of a suspicious phone call. Students were gathered at the school's football field during the search, but no safety threat was found and the lockdown was lifted, allowing classes to resume.

• On February 11, 2026, police responded to the school after receiving reports of a suspicious phone call.