The Villages Early Childhood Center administration initiated a lockdown early afternoon on Sept. 2. The lockdown was a precaution due to a disgruntled former employee who was on campus demanding to speak to a supervisor. No other Villages Charter Schools were impacted. At no time was there any immediate threat to staff or students. Once the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) was notified, the subject was taken into custody. The Early Childhood Center was cleared and resumed its normal activities.
No charges were filed. No arrest was made.