The sheriff’s office enlisted the Archdale Police Department, Guil-Rand Fire Department and Randolph County Emergency Services in two “situations” at Wheatmore High School.
Such training exercises are held at a different school every year.
In the photo left, Betty Denny grimaces as Tyler Harvey is threatened by the invaders.
Nevertheless, participant Morgan Sears said, “This was like the best experience ever.”
Like the other 20 adults and students who volunteered, they came away with a new understanding of how lawmen prepare for the worst.
“We make it as real as we can make it,” said Chief Deputy Fred Rutledge of the sheriff’s office.
In an exclusive report, the NEWS outlines the scenarios. The story is in this week's neighbors section.
The story offers an understanding of how the Randolph County Sheriff’s Office and other emergency personnel “protect and serve.”
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