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LIVE: Numerous Kildare Schools Receive "Threatening" Spam Emails

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It's understood to have been circulated to a number of schools nationwide

UPDATE 11:18am: Suncroft National School and St Brigid's Primary School in Kildare Town have also received threatening emails

In a message to parents of pupils in Kildare Town, seen by Kfm News, it said that An Garda Síochána have advised the Education Department that "there is no need for schools to evacuate as these are generic email threats".

The Department says it is continuing to work with Gardaí at senior level in relation to the incident.

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UPDATE 11:05am: Students at St. Patrick's National School in Celbridge have since re-entered the building.

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St Patrick's National School in Celbridge has said that it received a "threatening spam email" and have evacuated the school as a result.

In a message to parents and guardians, seen by Kfm News, it said that it's understood to be similar to emails received by "a number of schools nationwide".

"We understand that this may cause concern, however, the email appears to be part of a wider incident affecting schools," it added.

It says it has followed the "appropriate procedures" and are carrying out an evacuation "in line with our established fire drill procedures".

The north Kildare school concluded by saying that "the safety and wellbeing of our pupils and staff remain our priority. We will keep you informed and provide a further update as soon as we have more information".

Speaking on Kildare Today, parent Treasa Keegan said it was "very concerning" to learn of the threats to her children's school.

Suncroft National School also received a threatening email, stating "Gardaí have been notified. Parents can make a decision around collecting their own child if they wish."

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