Gardaí probe classroom threat note

 

GARDAÍ are investigating an incident at Sligo IT after an unsigned note was left in a classroom.

The note is reported to have contained a threat to the safety of students and staff at the campus.

A spokesperson for IT Sligo told Midwest Radio the matter was immediately referred to gardai who have conducted a series of enquiries.

The spokesperson said the safety and security of students and staff is paramount and while the garda assessment is that there is no viable, immediate threat, their investigation is continuing.

All appropriate security arrangements are in place and the Institute continues to consult with the gardai on a daily basis.