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Lynchburg: High school basketball game rescheduled due to threat

Crystal Graham
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A high school basketball game was rescheduled after a reported threat was made, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.

The game, scheduled for tonight, was between Heritage and E.C. Glass high schools.

Lynchburg City Schools staff notified police about the threat at approximately 8 a.m. this morning.

Police launched an investigation to assess the situation thoroughly.

Out of an abundance of caution, Lynchburg City Schools rescheduled tonight’s game.

Police are continuing the investigation to ensure that all appropriate measures are taken.

Anyone with information related to this case is asked to contact Officer R. Sacks at (434) 942-7622 or Officer A. Rowland at (434) 238-0034.

School-related questions may be directed to Austin Journey at [email protected] or (434) 515-5068.

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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