Buckingham Township Police are reminding residents and students to use caution as a popular end-of-year tradition among high school seniors returns to the area.
The department said it has already received or anticipates receiving 911 calls related to the “Senior Assassin” game, in which students use water guns, Nerf-style toys or similar items to “eliminate” one another in a last-person-standing competition. While intended as harmless fun, police warned the activity can easily be mistaken for a real threat.
“In some cases, this means we are responding to reports of armed individuals in the community,” police said, noting that the game’s tactics — including stalking classmates or hiding in neighborhoods — can create confusion and concern among the public.
Officials said they do not condone the game but offered guidance aimed at reducing risk. Students are urged to avoid realistic-looking weapons, refrain from wearing masks or acting in ways that could be perceived as threatening, and stay off private property. Police also cautioned against playing in public areas, particularly at night.
Residents who observe suspicious activity are advised not to intervene and instead call 911 so officers can respond safely.
Police emphasized that while the game may be a long-standing tradition, safety must come first — especially in situations where a misunderstanding could quickly escalate.
