Hereford school put into lockdown over police incident

It happened earlier this afternoon.

Author: Hannah RichardsonPublished 14th Jan 2025

A Hereford school on Holmer Road has reportedly been in lockdown over a police incident.

Officers were called to the area at around 3.10pm today, following a report that a man was in possession of what was believed to be a knife.

Searches and enquiries in the area have been carried out and no one has been located.

Police say "no threats were made to any members of the public."

Police will remain in the area and anyone with concerns is encouraged to speak to an officer.

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