Sumter, SC – A Sumter man was detained Thursday morning after allegedly entering the property of a local primary school, prompting a response from school security and sheriff’s deputies.
According to the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office, the incident happened Thursday at Oakland Primary School when Keegan Gerarid Williams was observed on school grounds without authorization. School security reportedly identified Williams and contacted deputies, who responded and took him into custody without incident.
Authorities said Williams allegedly did not come into contact with any students or staff while on the property. Deputies further stated that the situation was quickly contained, and there was no immediate threat to those inside the school.
Williams was issued a trespass warning by Sumter County deputies and was told not to return to the school property. Officials said he was then transported to Prisma Health Tuomey for evaluation following the encounter.
The sheriff’s office has not released additional details regarding what led Williams to allegedly enter the campus or whether further charges may be filed. The investigation remains ongoing, though officials emphasized that established safety protocols were followed.
School officials and law enforcement reiterated that safety remains a top priority, noting that coordination between staff and deputies helped ensure a swift resolution.
Parents in the area were not required to take additional action, and normal school operations continued following the incident.
Authorities encourage anyone who notices suspicious activity on or near school grounds to report it immediately to local law enforcement.
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