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BUCKHORN, Ky. (WYMT) - (UPDATE 3:45 p.m.): Officials with the Perry County Schools said the missing Buckhorn playground equipment was sold by the city.

School officials made the announcement on social media. They said the equipment was sold through an advertised bid.

“This was not a case of stolen property, but a question of ownership and communication,” wrote school officials.

(ORIGINAL STORY): School officials are asking for your help finding Buckhorn’s missing playground equipment.

Officials posted on social media Thursday afternoon saying a construction contractor informed them the playground was “removed.”

“Students will be returning in a matter of weeks, and we are looking for details into how this transpired,” wrote school officials. “It’s important that anyone with details of this matter contact Principal Jennifer Hickerson as soon as possible.”

This is a developing story. WYMT will update this story as we learn more.