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SUMTER COUNTY, Fla. - A bomb threat at South Sumter Middle School on Friday morning sparked a lockdown and evacuation, deputies say.
However, after a complete sweep of the school by the Sumter County Sheriff's Office (SCSO), no device was found.
What we know:
South Sumter Middle School went on lockdown Friday morning following a reported bomb threat, deputies with the SCSO said.
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Students from the school were evacuated by bus and taken to the Sumter County Fairgrounds. Officials said the students will remain there until the end of the school day or until they are picked up by a parent or guardian. All students who have not been picked up will be taken home on their normal bus routes.
Parents who wish to check on their students can head to the fairgrounds and should bring a valid photo ID for verification.
Authorities said traffic is currently backed up in the area of 471/48 (near Beville's Corner) due to the parent pick-ups. Those who do not need to be in the area should seek alternative routes.
Following a sweep of the school, deputies said they did not find any device related to the threat.
What we don't know:
Officials have not yet shared any details surrounding the bomb threat, such as when it came in, where it was observed and who allegedly could have made the threat.
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What they're saying:
"We take all threats seriously and will continue to work closely with law enforcement to identify and hold accountable those responsible for this disruption," the SCSO said. "We are grateful to our students, staff and parents for their patience and cooperation, which allowed us to manage the situation quickly and ensure student safety remained our top priority."
The Source: This story was written based on information shared by the Sumter County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) and Sumter County Schools.