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Breaking news: Major police presence at Westwood Hills Elementary School
Augusta Free Press • • nation
Key Points:
- A major police response occurred at Westwood Hills Elementary School in Waynesboro following unconfirmed reports of an active shooter; the school was placed on lockdown with over 20 officers on site and at least one victim with non-life-threatening injuries.
- Students were evacuated to a local church, and other nearby schools were placed on lockdown as a precaution; the suspect was reported to be contained by law enforcement.
- Authorities confirmed the incident was contained and secured, with all students, teachers, and staff safely evacuated and undergoing a reunification process with families at a designated location.
- The public was advised to avoid the area to allow emergency vehicles access, and nearby Ridgeview Park was closed until further notice.
- Lockdowns at all six city schools were lifted by early afternoon, with all Westwood Hills students released to parents or guardians; officials cautioned against spreading unverified social media rumors.
