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More than 1,000 Rochdale pupils evacuated over hoax bomb threat
Overview
St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School in Rochdale was placed into lockdown and evacuated after receiving a hoax bomb threat. Greater Manchester Police investigated the call and confirmed it was a hoax, though the school was closed for the day while enquiries continue.
Key points
- More than 1,000 pupils were evacuated from St Cuthbert's Roman Catholic High School following a bomb threat.
- The school was put into lockdown after the call was received at 08:55 BST.
- Greater Manchester Police investigated the incident and confirmed the call was a hoax.
- The school was closed for the day, with the trust confirming that all children were moved to safety and no one was in danger.