Kings High School Lockdown: Threat Prompts Police Response

KING MILLS, Ohio (WXIX) – Kings High School was placed on lockdown Friday morning following an unspecified threat, according to a public information officer. Local law enforcement responded to the scene to investigate and secure the building.

The school, located in suburban Warren County, serves more than 1,400 students in grades nine through 12. Officials urged the public to avoid the area around Columbia Road while the situation unfolded.

“Local law enforcement is on campus,” the school stated in a notice posted on its website. The nature of the threat was not disclosed, and no further details were immediately available.

Parents and community members were advised to monitor the school’s website and local news outlets for updates. The Kings Local School District has not yet released additional information about the incident.

This is a developing story. The Enquirer and WXIX will provide updates as more information becomes available.