Police close primary school after 'threatening messages' made online
The decision has been made to close Dafen CP School in Llanelli on Monday, November 3.
A primary school in Wales has been shut down by police following threatening messages posted online. Dafen CP School in Llanelli was closed on Monday, November 3.
Dyfed-Powys Police received information in the early hours of the morning "that required safeguarding action to be taken", according to a statement from the force. In collaboration with Carmarthenshire County Council, the decision was made to close the school.
There is currently a police presence at the school and surrounding areas.
Officers will stay at the school while investigations are ongoing, the police confirmed. Stay updated on Carms news by subscribing to our newsletter here.
No other schools in the local vicinity are affected by this incident, reports Wales Online.
A spokeswoman for Dyfed-Powys Police expressed: "We understand there will be concern among parents and school staff following the message that was issued earlier this morning."
She further added that "necessary and appropriate safeguarding measures" have been implemented to ensure everyone's safety.
The force released a statement saying: "Due to threatening messages being made online, Dafen CP School in Llanelli will be closed today.
"Dyfed-Powys Police received information at around 2.30am that required safeguarding action to be taken. Working with Carmarthenshire County Council, a decision has been made to close the school today.
"There is currently a police presence at the school and surrounding areas, and officers will remain in the area while enquiries are carried out."
The police have stated that updates will be provided as and when possible to keep all those impacted informed about the situation.