Source: Radio New Zealand
Western Springs College’s principal says there was an “altercation” last week and a threat made on social media. RNZ / Lauren Baker
Police have been posted at an Auckland school after what it says were threats from another school.
“Last Thursday, a group of students from another school made threats toward our students during the school day,” Western Springs College principal Ivan Davis said.
“While nothing occurred on school grounds, an altercation took place later that afternoon at the Great North Road bus stop.”
The principal, in a post on the school’s Facebook, said there was then another threat made on social media.
That resulted in an increased police presence at the school on Tuesday.
“Our staff and involved whānau have been working tirelessly to contain the situation,” Davis said.
The school was getting strong support from police, he added.
“Please speak with your child and reiterate the importance of not leaving school without permission.
“It is vital that students do not put themselves in potentially dangerous situations by exiting the gates during the day or engaging with external groups,” Davis said.
Police have been approached for comment.
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