Bomb threat causes evacuation of Xinmin Secondary School
The school started evacuating students and staff at 8:30 am on Aug 13. Fortunately, it turned out to be a hoax. This article ( Bomb threat causes evacuation of Xinmin Secondary School ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News .
On Thursday morning, Aug 13, Xinmin Secondary School in Hougang experienced a bomb threat that prompted the evacuation of students and staff. The Singapore Police Force carried out a thorough search of the premises and found no suspicious items or explosive devices, declaring the school area safe and allowing classes to resume. The threat, now confirmed to be a hoax, is under investigation by the police.
School principal Tan Soon Hui expressed gratitude for the swift and orderly evacuation, emphasizing the school's commitment to the well-being of its students and staff. Parents received updates via the Parents Gateway mobile app, and the police were present at the school until 11:00 a.m as the search concluded. Convictions for false information of a harmful nature, such as bomb threats, carry severe penalties, including up to seven years in prison and a fine of up to S$50,000. The police remain vigilant in addressing all security threats seriously.
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