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BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — Brick Township police are investigating threatening statements made by a student at Veterans Memorial Middle School, officials announced Wednesday.

The incident, which was reported to police on the afternoon of Nov. 20, prompted detectives to work closely with school officials to assess the situation. After an initial investigation, authorities determined there was no credible threat to the safety of students or staff at the school.

Police Chief David Forrester thanked school administration and individuals who came forward with the information, and emphasized the importance of community cooperation to ensure safety. “Brick Police and Brick Schools want to assure the community that we always take such incidents seriously and will investigate any threat to their lawful conclusion,” the department said in a statement.

Authorities encouraged residents to report any suspicious activity or threats directly to police, school officials or through the anonymous WeTip system on the school district’s website.

The investigation is still ongoing, but officials stressed their commitment to maintaining the safety and well-being of students, staff and the community at large.

Officials say student safety remains a top priority amid an ongoing school threat investigation.