Dafen Primary School closed after knife threat

A primary school in Llanelli was forced to close today after police received an online threat suggesting individuals planned to attend with knives.

Dafen Primary School, which has around 90 pupils, was shut as a precaution after the Metropolitan Police passed information to Dyfed-Powys Police at around 02:30 GMT on Monday morning.

At least 13 police units were deployed throughout the day – including neighbourhood policing and prevention teams, a firearms unit, a dog unit and response officers – whilst investigators assessed the credibility of the threat.

Following extensive inquiries, police have confirmed the report originated from a single anonymous source that could not be identified, with no further information to substantiate it. The risk has now passed and there is no ongoing investigation.

Gold Commander Superintendent Chris Neve said: “We recognise the concern among families of children who attend Dafen CP School, and the wider community today, and apologise we have not been in a position to provide this detail any sooner.

“The safety of the school and integrity of the inquiry have been paramount – and prevented more details being shared before this point.”

An increased police presence will remain at the school and surrounding area throughout the evening, with teams also attending schools in the wider Llanelli area on Tuesday to provide reassurance.

Officers have confirmed there is no danger to residents, other schools, or the wider Llanelli area.