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Alleged ‘poison prank’ at Wilbraham School triggers police investigation – Boston 25 News

WILBRAHAM, Massachusetts – A school in Wilbraham is investigating an alleged prank gone wrong.

According to Superintendent John A. Provost, officials were alerted to a Facebook post on Thursday that said, “According to doctor and police findings, students at Minnechaug Regional High School were ‘poisoned’ as a ‘prank.'”

District officials say they are aware of a single case in which a student may have ingested rubbing alcohol.

“We are actively working with the Wilbraham Police Department to determine the facts surrounding this incident,” Superintendent Provost said in a letter to the community. “I want to assure you that student safety is our top priority.”

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact school administration or Wilbraham Police.

Further information was not initially available.

This is a developing story. Check back later for updates as more information becomes available.

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