'Potential threat'; police respond to Bayside HS in Virginia Beach
Mar 19, 2025
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) -- Bayside High School in Virginia Beach had a large police presence on Wednesday afternoon.
Officers were on the scene while police investigated a "potential threat." Traffic around the school was restricted.
As of 2:20 p.m., the initial search is completed. Individ
uals of interest have been detained. No shots fired. No firearm was recovered. VBPD is working the school on a coordinated dismissal of students.
Virginia Beach City Public Schools sent the following message out to families during the initial response.
Dear Bayside High School Families,
Bayside High School is currently on internal lockdown. The Virginia Beach Police Department and the Office of Security and Emergency Management are working together to resolve the issue. Ensuring the safety of our students and staff remains our top priority. Please do not visit the school until further notice to allow school officials to address the situation. Updates will be provided, and you will be notified when the internal lockdown is lifted.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
This is a developing story. 10 On Your Side is heading to the scene to get more information.
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