Bomb Threat Called Into Bee Cave School

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Police in Bee Cave, Texas responded to a bomb threat called into the International School of Texas on Friday afternoon. Officers worked with school staff to investigate the threat, deploy an explosive detection K-9, and account for all students. No explosive devices were found, and most students were released to their parents without incident.

Why it matters

Bomb threats against schools are a serious public safety concern, requiring a swift and thorough response from law enforcement to ensure the safety of students and staff. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges schools face in maintaining security and responding to potential threats.

The details

According to the Bee Cave Police Department, the computerized, pre-recorded bomb threat call came in around 3 p.m. on Friday. Officers worked with school staff to identify vehicles on or near the school property, and an explosive detection K-9 was deployed to clear the campus of any explosive threats. No explosive devices were located, and all students were accounted for, with most being released to their parents without further incident. The Lakeway Police Department, Lake Travis ISD Police Department, and the University of Texas Police Department assisted Bee Cave police during the investigation.

• The bomb threat call came in around 3 p.m. on Friday, January 30, 2026.

What’s next

The Bee Cave Police Department is continuing to investigate the source of the bomb threat call.