SWAIN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL RESUMES NORMAL OPERATIONS FOLLOWING REPORTS FROM A STAFF MEMBER WHO HEARD WHAT RESEMBLED THE SOUND OF GUNSHOTS

Swain County Sheriff’s Office responded Thursday to a report of what sounded like gunshots heard in the area of Swain County High School.

As a safety precaution, the campus was placed on lockdown while law enforcement worked to determine the origin of the gunfire and ensure there was no threat to students, staff or the surrounding community.

Deputies checked and cleared the school property, surrounding areas and nearby roadway. After law enforcement determined the area was safe, the lockdown was lifted and Swain County High School and Academy resumed normal operations.

Swain County Schools appreciates the cooperation of the Swain County Sheriff’s Office, students, staff and the community while deputies worked to ensure the area was safe.