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Teen Arrested After Lockdown at Carmarthen School Over Threats to Kill

The school reopens as normal under a reassurance patrol following confirmation that everyone was safe.

Overview

  • Dyfed-Powys Police arrested a 17-year-old from Carmarthenshire on suspicion of making threats to kill, and he remains in custody.
  • Officers ordered a full lockdown at Ysgol Bro Myrddin after a report of a threat against a pupil, keeping students in classrooms.
  • The suspect is not a student at the school, and the arrest did not take place on the campus.
  • Armed units, police dogs and a drone were deployed as entrances and exits were controlled during the operation.
  • End-of-day traffic and buses were held outside until collection was allowed, with all pupils leaving by about 5:45pm, and police will maintain a visible presence for reassurance.