According to the Athens Banner-Herald, the school sent a message to parents stating, “#ApalacheeHighSchool is currently in a hard lockdown after reports of gunfire. #Law enforcement is here. Please do not attempt to come to the school at this time while officers work to secure the area."

The message was relayed to parents at 10:45AM local time.

#SchoolShooting #Winder #Georgia #ActiveShooter #BarrowCounty

#SchoolShooting

#Georgia HS on lockdown amid 'active #shooter situation,' sheriff says

An '#ActiveShooter situation' is ongoing at #ApalacheeHighSchool in #Barrow County, Georgia.

All schools throughout Barrow County are currently on lockdown as a "precautionary measure," the sheriff's office said Wed morning.

The sheriff's office did not give additional details about the situation but said that more info would be shared soon as deputies are currently on the scene.

https://www.onlineathens.com/story/news/2024/09/04/apalachee-high-school-in-winder-in-lockdown-after-shooting-in-winder/75070888007/

Suspect in custody after shooting at Apalachee High School in Winder; injuries reported

Law enforcement has converged on Apalachee High School in Winder following reports of a shooting.

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