Natick High School Fire during expulsion was intentionally caused by a student – CBS Boston
NATICK (CBS) – Natick Public Schools said a fire that broke out during dismissal Friday was intentionally caused by a student. The fire was located in the boys’ locker room and was quickly extinguished.
The building was evacuated and the Natick Fire Brigade responded.
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About 50 students and staff were in the building at the time.
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“We are investigating what this event was about – a fire intentionally set on fire by a member of our student group putting everyone at risk. Police are conducting a complete investigation into possible criminal charges,” said a statement from Superintendent Anna Nolin.
“We are very angry and very disappointed. We are a strong and vibrant community that looks forward to each other. After two very long years of isolation, we are determined to revive our culture of closeness, safety, and respect. Behaviors like this will not be tolerated. We will hold the students who caused this fire to take full responsibility.”
Anyone with information about this event should report it to the police anonymous tip line.
