A school in Wales has been placed into “lockdown” this afternoon (March 27), with parents and carers of pupils at Ysgol y Grango in Rhosllanerchrugog in Wrexham receiving a stern warning at 2.40pm. The nature of the incident has not been confirmed.
In a message, the school said: “The school is in a lockdown situation. During this period the switchboard and entrances may not be staffed, external doors locked, and nobody will be allowed in or out. Please do not come onto school site or try to contact your child. We will be in contact with more information soon.” The nature of the incident is yet to be confirmed.
A statement from North Wales Police read: “We received a report from staff at Ysgol Y Grange regarding threats made to a pupil at the school by another youth. Officers attended to provide reassurance at the school and are currently speaking with all parties involved. There is no ongoing cause for concern.”
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