Washington County, TN Schools Operating in a “shelter in place” Protocol

Washington County Tennessee Schools are operating in a “shelter in place” protocol after the Washington County Sheriff’s Office and director of schools, Bill Flanery, discovered that a portable device was used to send a threatening message.

The message was reportedly made on Twitter and said a school shooting would occur. Under the protocol students will be kept in doors as a precautinary measure.

The threat didnt mention any specific school or area in which the shooting was to take place. Investigators believe the threat originated in Johnson City.

The investigation is ongoing and we will keep you updated as more details become available.