A SCHOOL in Rhyl was put in lockdown following an incident earlier today (April 25).

Christ the Word Catholic School, on Cefndy Road, contacted parents to inform them of the lockdown, but stressed that “everything is under control”.

At 2.57pm, a text sent to parents and shown to the Journal read: “We are in a full lockdown. Everything is under control.

“Please avoid school site until further notice.”

This, the parent said, was followed by another text at 3.09pm saying: “Lockdown is over. Please collect your children from the normal exit.”

North Wales Police confirmed they attended the school this afternoon.

Chief Inspector David Cust said: “It’s understandable there may be concerns, however we don’t believe there to be any risk to the school or the public but we will continue to have a high presence in the area.

“Anyone with information that could assist with our enquiries is asked to contact us on 101, or via the website, quoting reference number Q057681.”

Denbighshire County Council are expected to comment.