On February 12, multiple schools in Gravesend, including Lawn Primary and Shears Green Infant School, received threatening emails, prompting safety closures. Kent Police deemed the threat non-credible. Lawn Primary Headteacher Angela Wilson communicated the urgency for safety, while Shears Green's Matt Paterson confirmed the threat was a hoax. Despite the initial fear, Kent Police reassured the community and reinstated school operations as investigations continued. Parents were notified for immediate action to ensure children's safety, showcasing the swift response to the alarming situation.
Due to a threat made against the school this morning, for everyone's safety school will be closed today. Please do not send your children in today.
The threat was a hoax. The incident is under investigation by Kent Police after officers visited the schools and area as a precaution.
A threat was made against the school and our priority is the safety of your children. I will update you as soon as I can.
Kent Police assessed the email as a non-credible threat. Police officers attended schools in the area...with all schools open as usual.
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