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WHITLEYVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Three people were shot Monday morning at a residence in Clay County.
The incident was reported at a home on Crabtree Creek Road and North Fork Road in Whitleyville. A school bus driver called 9-1-1 after he or she pulled up to a stop and realized there had been an incident in the home.
Initial reports indicated that the shooting happened on a school bus. However, Clay County School officials confirmed the incident did not happen on the bus.
The bus driver gave aid to at least one person in the home.
At least two of the victims were airlifted to Nashville for treatment. A third person was transported by ambulance.
Neither their names nor ages were immediately known.
Schools in the area have been placed on precautionary soft lockdown.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation confirmed agents are headed to the scene and will provide an update later in the morning. A description of the suspect was limited at this time. However, authorities said they’re looking for a white male wearing camouflage.
Anyone who sees this person should call 9-1-1. Residents in the area should stay inside for the time being.
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