Augusta, GA
Threat against Davidson Fine Arts Magnet deemed not credible
AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – A heavy law enforcement presence was spotted at Davidson Fine Arts Magnet School Thursday morning.
Our News 12 crew on scene says around five Richmond County patrol cars and several Richmond County School Police were on scene around 11 a.m.
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office says they are assisting the Richmond County School System with securing the school after dispatch received a telephone threat involving the school.
After a thorough search of the campus, it was determined the threat was not credible, the school system says.
Normal operations resumed at 11:15 a.m.
School officials say students and staff remained in their classrooms and offices during the campus search. An increased police presence will remain on campus for the remainder of Thursday’s school day.
Around 12:15, the sheriff’s office said the investigation was turned over to the Richmond County School System.
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