Eminence, MO. – The Shannon County Sheriff’s Office made an announcement this morning about a school shooting threat that took place at the Eminence High School. The announcement can be read below, unedited.
The Shannon County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a credible firearm-related threat at Eminence High School after school administration contacted 911.
The Eminence Chief of Police and I responded to the school. Evidence was collected at the scene, and I placed a juvenile under arrest. The juvenile was transported to the Sheriff’s Office, and juvenile authorities were contacted.
The school was placed on hard lockdown during the incident as a precautionary safety measure.
We commend the Eminence School Administration for their quick thinking, decisive actions, and commitment to protecting students and staff.
Due to the involvement of a juvenile, no further identifying information will be released at this time.
Your Sheriff,
Steven Hogan
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