Chaparral High School evacuated as Douglas County Sheriff's deputies search school
Chaparral High School was evacuated on Friday afternoon while Douglas County Sheriff's deputies searched the school. The school received a bomb threat that was called in.
Students were evacuated to the parking lot and will have early dismissal at 1:15 p.m.
Breaking News: The Douglas County Sheriff's Office is currently searching Chaparral High School after receiving a bomb threat. Students have been evacuated and are gathered in the parking lots. Early dismissal at 1:15pm. Stay tuned for more updates on this developing situation. pic.twitter.com/lWzPTsui4q
— DC Sheriff (@dcsheriff) April 28, 2023
Investigators are clearing classrooms one at a time and bringing backpacks and belongings outside for students to collect.
Those who leave before their belongings are brought out can return to the school between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. to collect them.
Teachers were allowed back into the school at 1:40 p.m.