School closed after sudden death of 13-year-old boy
"HM Coroner has been notified and the death is not being treated as suspicious at this time," the force said.
Neath Port Talbot Council said in a statement that a school had been closed: "We are extremely saddened to hear this tragic news and our thoughts go out to the family, South Wales Police officers are currently investigating and the council will offer any possible assistance.
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"Melin Primary School (infant and junior sites) was closed on Wednesday January 29. Support will be made available to anyone affected. The school will re-open on Thursday January 30."
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