Hoax threat prompts lockdown at Jensen Beach High School, heavy police response

JENSEN BEACH — A reported threat of an active shooter and possible bomb at Jensen Beach High School triggered a large law enforcement response and campus lockdown before authorities determined the call was a hoax.

The incident began after an anonymous tip was reported to dispatch, prompting deputies and officers from multiple agencies to respond to the school.

Martin County Sheriff John Budensiek said early information led first responders to believe they were dealing with a potentially active shooter situation…

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