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ATO, PSNI and NIFRS remain at the scene of Co Antrim school. Stock Image.
Army bomb experts have been called to a Co Antrim school following the discovery of a “potentially unstable explosive substance” in a science classroom.
The PSNI and ATO were notified following a routine safety inspection at the school in Randalstown on Wednesday.
Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service crews are also at the scene in the Craigstown Road area where a controlled explosion is due to be carried out.
Neighbourhood Policing Inspector Patton said: “At this stage, an evacuation has not been deemed necessary.
“The substance has been secured by Ammunition Technical Officers and a small planned controlled explosion is due to take place.”
Inspector Patton confirmed only a small quantity of the substance was present and said the safety of children is a top priority.
ATO, PSNI and NIFRS remain at the scene of Co Antrim school. Stock Image.
News Catch Up – Wednesday 24th September
“I want to reassure the community that we do not suspect any criminal act, and there is no immediate risk,” they said.
“The safety of the children and staff at the school is our priority and we are carrying out these actions out of an abundance of caution.
“An update will follow in due course.”