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Reports of firearm at Bradford school 'unfounded,' police say

School went into lockdown Thursday morning
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Bradford District High School and Fieldcrest Elementary School went into lockdown Thursday morning.

NEWS RELEASE
SOUTH SIMCOE POLICE SERVICE
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On Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022, at approximately 10:18 a.m., the South Simcoe Police Service responded to a Bradford high school for a report of an altercation involving students and a report of a firearm and shots fired.

Police were advised the school had entered into a lockdown. A strong police presence ensued to address the matter and ensure student and faculty safety.

As a result of an investigation, it was determined the report of a weapon or shots was unfounded. The investigation into the altercation is continuing. There were no injuries.

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