FRANKLIN, Tenn. (WTVF) — A bomb threat reported at Franklin High School Thursday afternoon was determined to be a hoax after a police investigation, according to the Franklin Police Department.
Police first reported the threat around 3 p.m. and warned that traffic around the school could be impacted as officers investigated.
Around 3:20 p.m., authorities said the entire building had been cleared. A basketball game was taking place in the school gymnasium at the time, and attendees were safely evacuated. Players were transported by bus to Christ Community Church.
Just after 5 p.m., Franklin police issued a final update saying a thorough response and investigation determined the threat was a hoax.
Police said everyone attending the basketball game was safely evacuated and that all roads in the area have reopened.
The department also thanked its law enforcement partners for assisting with the response.
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