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Lockdown lifted at Osceola County high school after students simulate school shooting, deputies say

Liberty High School (WFTV Staff)

A lockdown at an Osceola County high school was lifted early Wednesday following a false report of a possible weapon on campus, school officials said.

Liberty High School was placed on red lockdown as a precaution after students reported that a weapon might have been on campus.

The Osceola County Sheriff’s Office said three students were simulating a school shooting.

Students admitted to law enforcement officers that it was a joke. No weapon was found on campus.

Deputies said the students were interviewed and charged with disruption of school.

Parents were notified by a call-out message.

No other details were available.