Camrose Police Service and Battle River School Division have worked together over the summer to put extra safety plans in place for students returning to École Camrose Composite High School this fall, after an investigation into a social media group chat that contained sexually violent messages about female students.
The investigation began in June 2026 when police received reports about the chat. The messages, which date back to fall 2025, talked about sexual assault, rape and mutilation aimed at several girls at the school. On June 10, 2026, about 100 students walked out of class to protest both the messages and what they felt was a slow response from school officials.
In an investigation update, Camrose Police Service said there is no indication anyone planned to physically harm the girls named in the chat at the time the messages were exchanged, and no information suggests an ongoing or current risk of physical violence. In an update posted August 28, police also said the investigation is still open, with a few remaining details to look into, but important work has been done over the summer, including talking to many people and arranging support for those affected.
To get ready for the new school year, Camrose Police Service met with Battle River School Division officials and school administrators. The goal is to make sure students come back to a safe, respectful and supportive learning environment. Battle River School Division is also updating its Student Code of Conduct as required by Alberta’s Bill 25, which came into effect September 1, 2026. The changes include clearer rules against violence and more teaching about being a good digital citizen.
Police are asking everyone in the community to be respectful of the students affected as they return to school. The school division says its focus is on making sure every student feels safe and supported while the remaining police work is completed.
