Maesydderwen Comprehensive School remains closed for a second day following worrying phone threats received on Monday. The peaceful town of Ystradgynlais, Powys, has seen heightened police activity as officers from Dyfed-Powys Police respond to the situation.
The alarm bells rang at 10.45 am on Monday when a threatening call prompted the school to activate its lockdown procedures, keeping safety as the top priority. Thankfully, all staff and students exited safely with no injuries reported.
Though there haven’t been any arrests yet, police confirm that new developments in their investigation mean the school must remain closed today. Parents and carers are being kept in the loop via the school app, ensuring everyone stays informed and reassured.
A police spokesperson shared: “The safety of our students and staff is paramount. Officers are diligently working with the school to resolve this matter.”
The police presence will continue as investigations proceed, with updates promised as soon as new information is available. Stay tuned for more details as the situation unfolds. Stay safe, everyone!