Bomb squad at high school in lab drama

THE bomb squad carried out a controlled explosion after a “potentially harmful chemical” was discovered at a high school.

- ANDREW FORGRAVE

Pupils were evacuated from Denbigh High School on the advice of experts.

Police confirmed a “successful controlled explosion” was carried out.

A North Wales Police statement said: “We can confirm that the EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) Team have attended and has safely removed the items and carried out a successful controlled explosion.

“There are no wider safety issues and officers have now left the scene. Thanks to the local community for their understanding and patience whilst this matter was dealt with - diolch yn fawr iawn.”