School evacuated after receiving 'bomb threat'
A school was evacuated after a 'malicious' call claimed there was a bomb hidden somewhere on site.
The call, from an unknown person, was made to Frome Community Collegein Frome, Somerset at around 8.30am yesterday.
Avon and Somerset Police were called and the school was evacuated.
Nothing suspicious was found and the call was deemed to be malicious by police. More Trending
Pupils were told it was a gas leak at the time, it added.
The college posted on its Facebook page yesterday: 'This morning we received a hoax call which necessitated a visit from the police onto College site to ensure everyone's safety.
'We extended tutor time whilst the police checked our site, and we have now returned to our normal timetable. The matter is now being handled by the appropriate authorities.'
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