No Credible Threat at Southside High School | Eastern NC Now

On December 16, 2014, the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office received various reports through various social media sources of a threat directed toward Southside High School located on Hwy 33 E in Chocowinity.

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    On December 16, 2014, the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office received various reports through various social media sources of a threat directed toward Southside High School located on Hwy 33 E in Chocowinity. The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office takes all threats communicated that are directed toward the public, businesses and educational facilities seriously.

    Beaufort County Sheriff Ernie Coleman has ordered an investigation into the complaint and his office is working in coordination with Beaufort County Schools to ensure the safety and well being of the students and faculty of all schools.

    Although the investigation is ongoing, at this time the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office has not found any credible threat to Southside High School or any other school in Beaufort County.

    Contact: Ernie Coleman or Charlie Rose
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