Greater Manchester Police have issued an updaye after reports that schools in the region are in lockdown after an email threat was sent to parents and the schools
“This morning Greater Manchester Police received reports of malicious communications being sent to schools across the city of Manchester.
The reports are currently being investigated to ensure the safety of schools and local communities.
Chief Inspector Chris Boyd of GMP’s City of Manchester Division, said:
“We take reports of this nature very seriously and whilst we have not advised any schools to close, our officers will nevertheless be stepping up their high-visibility presence around schools at the end of the day today to provide reassurance to them and the wider public.”
It is understood that one school in Chester has been placed in lockdown today.
ITV Granada report that Lache Primary School in Chester was placed into lockdown and asked parents to stay away from the school.
In a post on Facebook it said: “Do not come to school, we cannot release your child or allow anyone to enter the building.
“These measures are in place to keep your children safe. We will update you as soon as the police have been back in touch.”
“There is NOT a threat on site. We have locked down the school to ensure that everyone is safe. Which they are.
“The police are dealing with the situation and are very happy with the measures that we have in place.”
