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Students and staff at Jasper Place High School were allowed back in class Wednesday afternoon after being forced out earlier by an alleged bomb threat.

Approximately 2,400 students were moved to St. Francis Xavier High School, a few blocks up the street, as police investigated.

Police said the apparent threat was made by telephone message at Jasper Place High School shortly before 10 a.m. Students were back in class at around 12:20 p.m.

All students and staff members were safe.

Jasper Place High School is located in the area of 163 Street and 89 Avenue.

Police have not yet identified a suspect.

Edmonton police investigate alleged bomb threat at Jasper Place High School Wednesday, May 25, 2016. Cam Cook, Global News Edmonton police investigate alleged bomb threat at Jasper Place High School Wednesday, May 25, 2016. Cam Cook, Global News

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