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Positive lines of enquiry into threat against school – police

Timaru school threat
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Police are making enquiries after a threat was made towards a Timaru school, however there is no information to suggest it is credible.

Aoraki Area Commander Inspector Vicki Walker says Police were alerted to the message about 7.45pm on 10 March.

“We will not detail the specifics of the threat, however investigators are actively pursuing positive lines of enquiry to identify the person responsible for sending the message.

“Officers are providing reassurance patrols in the area, and we are working closely with the school as the investigation progresses.

“At this time, we are unable to comment further, however ask anyone with direct information to contact us.”



You can make a report online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “Update report”, or by calling 105. Please use the reference number 260310/5712.

Alternatively, you can make an anonymous report via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.

Image credit: Felipe Schiarolli

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