Harnett Central Middle School, sheriff's office determine Monday bomb threat is not credible

After a thorough investigation by the Harnett County Sheriff's Office and Harnett Central Middle School administration, the threat was deemed not credible at the school located at 2529 Harnett Central Road in Angier.

“Harnett County Schools is committed to the safety of all students and staff,” the school district said in a statement. “We prioritize security protocols in our buildings by consistently reviewing safety plans in the case of an emergency.”

Students were allowed back in the building after 1:30 p.m. Monday, the district said.