Lockdown at Newcastle school ends
Officers were called to the area outside Benfield School earlier after reports of an intruder entering the school site
Last updated 22nd May 2023
Northumbria Police say there will be an increase in officers around a Newcastle school - after an incident this morning, with reports of an intruder entering the site and leading to a lockdown procedure at the school.
The force were made aware of a disturbance outside Benfield School around 11:30am today, and precautions were made with staff and pupils remaining inside.
A Northumbria Police spokesperson said: “We are aware of a disturbance outside Benfield School on Benfield Road at approximately 11.30am this morning (Monday).
“As a precaution, staff and pupils remained indoors, although no threats were made to anyone inside the building.
“There is an increased policing presence in the vicinity of the school to reassure parents and the community.”
A post from the school's Facebook page says the lockdown procedure has been stood down.