Crime
Lockdown at Lake Taylor High School lifted, no active shooter found
Norfolk, VA – Lake Taylor High School was placed under lockdown on Thursday morning after a “suspicious situation” prompted a response from local law enforcement.
According to the Norfolk Police Department, officers were dispatched to the school at approximately 10:40 a.m. following reports of a possible active shooter.
As a precautionary measure, school administrators initiated a full lockdown while officers conducted an investigation.
After thoroughly searching the premises and assessing the situation, police confirmed there was no active shooter on campus.
Additionally, no weapons were recovered during the investigation.
- The lockdown was initiated promptly to ensure the safety of students and staff.
- Police determined the threat to be unfounded.
- No injuries were reported as a result of the incident.
Norfolk Police commended school officials for their swift action and emphasized the importance of prioritizing safety in such situations.
Both the police and school administrators have reiterated their commitment to maintaining a secure environment for all students and faculty.
The investigation into the origin of the initial report remains ongoing. Authorities have urged anyone with relevant information to come forward by contacting the Norfolk Police Department or providing tips anonymously through their designated hotline.
Parents and guardians are encouraged to stay informed through official school district communications and local law enforcement updates. Further details will be provided as they become available.
Coffee County, Ala. — A homicide investigation is underway after a fatal shooting at a residence near Kinston on Monday morning, authorities confirmed.
According to Coffee County Sheriff Scott Byrd, deputies responded at approximately 7:51 a.m. to a reported shooting along County Road 483, just off County Road 89 in the Kinston area.
Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered a deceased individual at the scene.
Officials later indicated the shooting stemmed from a domestic dispute between two individuals, though additional details have not yet been released.
Authorities identified the suspect as Joseph Levi Jackson, who was wanted in connection with the shooting death of his father.
Jackson was initially reported to have fled the scene on foot and was considered armed and dangerous.
The search involved multiple agencies, including the Coffee County Sheriff’s Department, Covington County Sheriff’s Office, Geneva County Sheriff’s Office, and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), including troopers and State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) agents.
State tracking dogs were deployed as part of the coordinated search effort, particularly near Hattaway Road and Charolais Road, off Covington County Road 89.
Jackson was last described as wearing a black and red flannel shirt, blue jeans, and a black baseball cap.
Law enforcement urged residents not to approach the suspect and to contact 911 with any information.
Following an intensive search, Sheriff Byrd confirmed that Jackson was located and taken into custody without further incident.
Authorities have not yet announced formal charges but confirmed that the investigation is being led by ALEA.
The suspect’s temporary flight prompted Kinston School to delay its opening on Monday morning. School officials later announced a full closure for the day out of an abundance of caution.
In a statement, school administrators thanked local law enforcement for their swift and professional response, emphasizing that the safety of students, staff, and families remains their top priority.
The investigation remains ongoing as authorities continue processing the scene and gathering additional information.