Crime
DeSoto High School on lockdown after social media threat
Desoto High School has been placed on lockdown as a precautionary measure following a social media threat.
A concerning post, featuring an individual with a gun who is not a student at the school, was shared online.
According to a source who told Channel2 NOW, my sister stated that the school became aware of the threat around 6:40 AM and immediately implemented a lockdown to ensure the safety of the students. The individual who posted the image with the gun was subsequently assaulted by other students.
Approximately 30 minutes ago, the individual posted a video showing themselves outside the school with police officers present. Recently, another video was posted by the same individual, indicating their intention to return to the school.
The school administration and local law enforcement authorities are actively investigating the matter.
Further details regarding the nature of the threat and the safety of students and staff will be provided as more information becomes available.
Middletown, Ohio — Authorities have identified the victim of a fatal weekend shooting in Middletown as 49-year-old Christopher Bullock, according to the Butler County Coroner’s Office.
Officers with the Middletown Police Department responded around 12:00 p.m. Sunday to reports of gunfire in the area of Roosevelt Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers located two individuals who had sustained gunshot wounds.
Bullock was pronounced deceased at the scene.
A second victim was transported to a local hospital with serious injuries. Officials have not released the condition of the surviving victim.
At this time, police have not announced any arrests or identified a suspect.
Detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities are asking anyone with information related to the incident to contact Detective Kristi Hughes at 513-425-7733 or via email at kristi.hughes@cityofmiddletown.org. Tips may also be provided through police dispatch at 513-425-7701.
Detective Hughes is further urging residents in the area to review home or business security footage for any suspicious individuals or vehicles that may have been present around the time of the shooting. The investigation remains active and ongoing.