Lane evacuated after bomb threat
Lane received a bomb threat this afternoon. The most recent piece of information given to students was a phone call and an email saying,
“Earlier this evening, Lane Tech was immediately evacuated after a bomb threat was directed to the school. School officials followed proper protocols, and the appropriate law enforcement authorities are at the school assessing the situation. The safety and security of students and staff is our highest priority, and we are taking all necessary precautions to ensure the safety of the school. We understand you have many questions, and we will provide additional information as soon as it becomes available.”
This is a developing story that will be updated as more information becomes available.
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