According to police spokesman Raimund Schwaigerlehner, the emails were sent directly to the schools. The St. Pölten Criminal Service, the Lower Austria State Criminal Police Office, and the State Office for the Protection of the Constitution and Counter-Terrorism (LSE) have initiated investigations.

No Dangerous Objects Found Following Bomb Threats Against Schools in St. Pölten

All schools in St. Pölten were examined during the day. No dangerous objects were found, said the authority spokesman in the afternoon. For students who had no option to stay at home or were already on their way to school, "secure care was organized". The decision for distance learning was made in consultation with the Education Directorate and the police.

Bomb Threats Against Schools in Graz as Well

In the Styrian capital Graz, bomb threats were also received at three schools. The GIBS, the St. Andrä middle school, and the Jägergrund primary school were affected. The buildings were partially evacuated and searched, according to the Styria State Police Directorate.

(APA/Red)

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