Bomb threat at the Goethe-Gymnasium: Police investigated on site

Bomb threat at the Goethe-Gymnasium: Police investigated on site

students and teachers in Weimar react to threats

01.08.2024 - 12:16

State Police Inspection Jena

threats concern schools in the whole Free State

This morning, shortly after 8 a.m., the officers of the Weimar police station were informed about a bomb threat, which was sent to the state high school Johann Wolfgang von Goethe. This message immediately triggered a chain of events, since similar threats also reached other schools in Thuringia. The police had to act quickly to ensure the security of the students and teachers.

fast measures by the police

In response to the threat, the police immediately went to school to make contact with the school management. Thanks to the cooperation with those responsible on site, it was quickly decided to search the school buildings thoroughly on Amalienstrasse and on Herderplatz. The review showed no abnormalities, and the students were able to remain safely outside of the building position.

maintaining school operations

The police officers and the school management have decided that school operations can be continued because no threat was found. This procedure shows how important it is to deal with threats seriously, but at the same time not to unnecessarily disturb the everyday life of the students.

The larger picture: Security in schools

Solid incidents throw a critical light on safety in schools. The repeated threats from a single sender imply a worrying development that cannot be ignored. Schools must be prepared in order to react quickly in the event of similar situations and at the same time to protect the well -being of the students.

reactions of the community

parents and house communities are understandably concerned about such incidents. The police emphasized that security is a top priority and that efforts are made to clarify the identity of the sender and prevent such threats. It is important that communities work together to create a safe environment for children.

Please ask:

Thuringian police
State Police Inspection Jena
Telephone: 03641- 81 1503
Email: pressstelle.lpi.jena@polizei.thueringen.de

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- Nag