‘Shooting incident’ prompts Washington Middle to go under lockdown as a ‘precautionary measure’ in Cairo

CAIRO, Ga. (WCTV) - A shooting in a nearby neighborhood prompted Washington Middle School to go under lockdown Friday afternoon, according to the Grady County Sheriff’s Office.In a social media post around 2:15 p.m. Friday, the sheriff’s office said the shooting incident occurred on the “northwest side of town.”Due to the proximity of the incident, the middle school was placed on lockdown “as a precautionary measure,” deputies said.All students are safe and in class, the Grady County Sheriff’s Office announced in a social media post around 1:40 p.m.GCSO also asked residents to be on the lookout for a white Dodge Charger “that may be associated with this incident.”The sheriff’s office encouraged anyone who sees the vehicle or may have any information to call GCSO, Cairo Police or 911.“Citizens are urged to use caution when traveling in the area and to remain alert,” deputies said. “Do not approach or attempt to confront anyone.”The school district also urged families not to attempt to c