Tifton, GA – This afternoon it was reported through Anonymous Alerts that there was a gun in a student’s vehicle in the parking lot at Tift County High School. The alert did not indicate a threat was made or existed; it merely notified district staff of the presence of a weapon in a parked car within the student parking lot.
School administrators searched the vehicle and found the gun along with the reported ammunition. The student was immediately removed from class and has been taken into custody by local law enforcement. The situation was handled swiftly and without incident. At no time was there any threat to the students or staff. We would like to commend the students for alerting the staff to this situation to ensure the safety and security of other students and staff. We are appreciative of the quick response of Tift County High School staff, Tift County system security, and the Tifton Police Department and their collaboration in addressing the report.
This incident has been turned over to the Tifton Police Department. For any further details or information, please contact them directly.