Antioch: Holy Rosary School Reports Threatening Graffiti

The principal of Holy Rosary School in Antioch alerted parents Monday to a threat over the weekend in the gym which threatened to harm other students on Monday.

Antioch Police Captain Tammany Brooks confirmed the incident occurred and that police found nothing credible, however, the incident remains under investigation.

One parent, who wished to remain anonymous, reached out to ECT claiming the principal is not giving out information to parents of a threat to kill students on Monday. The parent says the school is not enabling them a chance to make the best decision for their children’s safety. They also sent us the photograph of the threat (see above).

Here is a copy of the release by Holy Rosary

Dear Parents,

This morning, during the Parish CYO basketball games at the Holy Rosary Gym, threatening graffiti was discovered in the boy’s bathroom. The threat was taken seriously and the police were called. The Police Department was unable to identify any immediate and/or credible threat and is working with us to ensure the safety to our campus. They Police Department will provide extra attention to our campus this weekend, which will include a physical walk-through before the campus opens on Monday morning. The safety of all who enter our campus is of the utmost importance to us.

Thank you,

Tim Hooke

Principal

Update:
Principal Hooke provided the following letter from the Office of the Vicar General (Oakland Diocese)

On Saturday Morning, graffiti was found in the boys restroom of the gymnasium at Holy Rosary School. The narrative stated a threat to the school campus. The Police Department was called and they investigated. The Principal, Mr. Tim Hooke was present and cooperated with the Police department. On Saturday, an email was sent out to the parent community informing them of the situation. Mr. Hooke met with the police department on Monday morning, to complete a thorough-walk through of the school buildings before school opened. All was found in order. The parents were updated via Constant Contact on Monday. Mr. Hooke collaborated with the Police and was in communication with the Department of Catholic Schools, Diocese of Oakland throughout the weekend. In keeping with the procedures and policies, the administration of Holy Rosary School throughout the weekend, took actions and communication to ensure the safety of all the students.

Very Reverend George Mockel