Irion County ISD to up safety precautions after 'disgruntled' resident report

Irion County ISD to up safety precautions after 'disgruntled' resident report

Update, Oct. 15, 3 p.m. — The Irion County Sheriff's Office has released a statement regarding the incident involving a "possible disgruntled community member" that reportedly prompted Irion County ISD to increase security measures at its campuses. In a release published in the afternoon of Oct. 15, the sheriff's office clarified that the statement made by Irion County ISD "is in response to an incident that did not occur in Irion County." ICSO …

Heightened Security at Irion County Schools Tied to Outside Incident

MERTZON, TX — Irion County ISD announced heightened safety measures on campus Wednesday in coordination with law enforcement, though officials say no direct threats have been made against the district. In a letter to parents, Superintendent Dr. Nikki Moore said the decision follows concerns about a “possible disgruntled community member.” The superintendent stated that the district has not received any direct or specific threats but is taking pr…