Lee County deputies investigate ‘suspicious comment involving weapon’ at Smiths Station High School
An investigation is underway by Lee County school resource deputies after a suspicious comment was made at Smiths Station High School.
The investigation began after a student reported a suspicious comment overheard during class change which included the reference to a weapon.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office was immediately notified and all leads were followed.
“We sincerely appreciate the actions of the student to report the suspicion and the response of Lee County School Resource Officers for assisting in tracking down leads,” the high school administration said in a social media post. “We encourage all of our students and community to report suspicious activity in order to maintain the safety of our children.”
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