Triad Deputies Increasing Presence at Local Events Due to Threat of Potential Shooting

Triad deputies increasing presence at local events due to threat of potential shooting

On Thursday morning, the Elkin Police Department received a voicemail message via Hugh Chatham Hospital indicating the vague threat of a potential shooting at a “field day event.”

Officials respond to active shooter threat

A vague threat concerning a potential shooting at some type of outdoor event for children had local law enforcement and day care officials on high alert Thursday, but proved to be unfounded.

'Vague' threat reported in Surry County deemed unfounded

Local authorities said Thursday afternoon that an investigation had been done in regards to a potential threat at an event and deemed to be unfounded.