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Brecon High School Locks Down Over Online Threat

Published 27 April 2026

Brecon High School in the Penlan area of Wales entered a perimeter lockdown Monday afternoon after police received a report of an online threat around 11:30 a.m.

Dyfed-Powys Police responded promptly to the school site, where officers have maintained a presence while investigating the source of the communication. The lockdown prevented anyone from entering or leaving the premises as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students and staff. Authorities confirmed there was no immediate danger to those inside, allowing lessons and lunch arrangements to proceed as normal under supervision.

Headteacher Rob Edwards informed parents and carers via a statement that the school was following police advice. "The school remains in a perimeter lockdown. This means that no one is able to enter or leave the school site at this time," Edwards wrote. "The police have confirmed that it is safe for pupils to remain indoors and lessons are continuing as normal. Lunch arrangements will take place as normal with pupils supervised inside and on site."

Police echoed this in their update, stating officers were working closely with school officials. A spokesperson for the force said,...

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