Saint John Police say their operation at Harbour View High School has concluded following a bomb threat earlier today.

Police said in a social media post at 4 p.m. that officers were on scene at 305 Douglas Avenue, assisting with a controlled evacuation of the school.

In an update at 4:25 p.m., police said the operation was complete and thanked the public for their patience and cooperation.

Parents were asked to follow directions communicated directly by the school.

No further details about the nature of the threat have been released.