Threats made to schools
Date published: 19 March 2018
Assistant Chief Constable Vanessa Jardine
Threats have been made to a number of schools in the borough today (Monday 19 March 2018).
Police have been alerted to the threats, which have also been made to schools across Greater Manchester.
Specialist officers are working to determine the nature of the reports and are speaking directly with the schools and local authorities.
Assistant Chief Constable Vanessa Jardine, said: “I understand that parents and the general public will be very concerned and I want to assure you that we are working closely with all of the schools to ensure the safety of pupils and staff.
“We are carrying out extensive enquiries to understand the full circumstances and although there is not currently believed to be any direct threat, as with any report of this nature, they are all being thoroughly investigated.
“This is an ongoing incident and we will provide updates as soon as we can.”
Rochdale Council did not respond to a request to comment.
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