Douglas County

Man with mental health issue sparks lockdown at a Douglas County high school

High school in Douglas County on lockdown over police activity nearby Douglas County Schools confirms that New Manchester High School is currently on lockdown for a potentially dangerous situation in one of the neighborhoods across the street from the school. (WSBTV.com News Staff)

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ga. — New Manchester High School was placed on lockdown Monday afternoon after a person living in a nearby home had a mental health issue.

Deputies with Douglas County said the man shot some rounds out of the back of his home.

Investigators said the man was eventually taken into custody and sent him to a nearby hospital for a mental evaluation.

Deputies said there was no threat to the school and the lockdown was done as a precaution.

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