MANILA — A potential act of violence at Tolosa National High School in Leyte was prevented after authorities acted swiftly on a tip relayed through Senator Bam Aquino, Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Jonvic Remulla disclosed on June 25, Thursday.

Remulla said they received information from Senator Aquino the previous night about a threat to shoot or stab someone inside the school. The threat had been posted on social media.

The Criminal Investigation and Detection Group (CIDG) immediately launched an investigation, which led them to a 14-year-old female student identified as the source of the threat.

According to the secretary, the student was found to be experiencing problems at home. 

Authorities also noted that she is an avid player of the online game "Gorebox."

No injuries were reported. The incident remains under investigation.

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