McDowell County schools go on soft lockdown due to shooting complaint

McDowell County, WV (WOAY) – We have more on that story out of McDowell County today, where Welch Elementary School, Kimball Elementary School, and Mount View High School all went on a soft lockdown.

There was no immediate threat to students or staff.

According to a statement from authorities, Welch PD is investigating a shooting complaint that happened within Welch city limits, so schools were locked down as a precaution.

We are following this incident and will provide updates as more information becomes available.

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