Man arrested after West Cumbria schools briefly put on lockdown
The measure was in response to a series of calls and emails to a number of sites this morning
A man has been arrested after a number of schools in West Cumbria were briefly put on lockdown.
It's reported to have been in response to a series of calls and emails this morning (Thursday 4th January).
Cumbria Police have confirmed a suspect's in custody after they received reports of someone with a firearm this morning.
Officers are questioning a man on suspicion of malicious communications.
They say there's no indication of anyone having a weapon - and there's no threat to the public.
The schools affected are back open as normal and an investigation is now underway.
Cumbria Police statement
Police can confirm a man has been arrested on suspicion of malicious communications following concerns in west Cumbria today in relation to a man allegedly with access to a firearm.
While enquiries are still underway, there is no indication at this point that the individual ever had access to a firearm.
There is no threat to the public.
Officers will be speaking to those organisations affected by this incident to offer reassurance.