Crime
False shooting threat at Charlestown High School
Today, we became aware of a false threat circulating online that targeted Charlestown High School. Law enforcement agencies, including the Charlestown Police Department and Indiana State Police, responded swiftly to investigate the threat.
After a thorough investigation, we determined that the threat was unfounded and had no basis in fact. We are in the initial stages of investigating the origin of this false report.
If it is determined that someone intentionally and maliciously created this false threat, we will pursue charges through the prosecutor’s office.
BARTOW, FL — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at 120 Polk Street East in Bartow.
The incident resulted in three individuals sustaining gunshot wounds, including a Bartow Police Department (BPD) officer, a public safety aide (PSA) officer, and the suspect involved.
Emergency medical services were immediately requested at the scene to provide critical aid to all three gunshot victims.
The conditions of the injured individuals have not yet been released.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.
Law enforcement officials have secured the area as forensic teams and investigators begin processing the scene.
Additional information, including the identities of those involved and any potential charges, is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area and allow emergency crews to continue their response efforts without obstruction.