Lake Brantley High School Lockdown Lifted After Firearm Found on Campus
A lockdown at Lake Brantley High School was lifted after a firearm was found on campus following a tip received by law enforcement. The lockdown, which began as a precautionary measure, allowed authorities to swiftly identify and detain the student involved. Thankfully, the firearm was not loaded, and the suspect was taken into custody without incident.
The school had been placed under a Code Yellow lockdown, during which no one was permitted to enter or leave the campus. This safety measure remained in effect until law enforcement confirmed that the situation was under control. Under this lockdown, students were required to stay in their classrooms, and no individuals were released from campus until authorities gave the all-clear.
The incident occurred just a day after rumors of potential violence at the school prompted increased police presence on campus. As a result of the discovery, students were given the option to either remain at school or leave early for the day. For updates on this developing story, you can follow more here.
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The swift response by law enforcement and the school’s quick action to ensure the safety of students prevented what could have been a more serious incident. Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the firearm and the student’s actions leading up to the event.