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May 13, 2026 | 11:51 AM

UPDATE: Red Deer RCMP say that a ‘hold and secure’ situation at two high schools and a recreation centre, following threats, has ended.

On May 13, at approximately 11:12 a.m., Red Deer RCMP received an anonymous threat made toward Hunting Hills High School. The initial report to police indicated that the school was surrounded by bombs and was going to be shot up.

Police responded and were on scene immediately as members were in the area, RCMP say. As a precaution, the nearby Collicutt Centre and Notre Dame Secondary School were also placed into a ‘hold and secure’ status while police investigated.

Hunting Hills High School administration and the Red Deer RCMP made a joint decision to release students from school for the remainder of the day, out of an abundance of caution.

Students were released from Hunting Hills High School to buses and parents in a controlled fashion.

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Notre Dame Secondary School and the Collicut have been taken off ‘hold and secure’ and have resumed all regular activities.

Red Deer RCMP confirm there is no active threat or risk to the public. Police are taking this threat seriously and continue to investigate.

The “heavy police presence” has ended, though RCMP may still be in the area to conduct investigations.

“We understand this situation may be concerning for families and appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work closely with RCMP to ensure the safety of everyone involved,” added Jamie Rawlusyk, principal at Hunting Hills, in a letter to parents, which was also posted to the school’s website.

He added that parents can expect further communication later today regarding school operations for Thursday.

RCMP have not said there is any connection to an assault that occurred on May 11 near the Collicutt.

If you have any information regarding crime within Red Deer, please contact the Red Deer RCMP at 403-406-2200. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store. To report crime online, or for access to RCMP news and information, download the Alberta RCMP app through Apple or Google Play.

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