Multiple Schools in Aragon Targeted by Bomb Threats Prompt Evacuations
Students and staff at Zaragoza Lycée Molière faced an unexpected shutdown on Monday after authorities received bomb threats that led to safety inspections at several nearby centers. The alerts also targeted three other private institutions, including the British School in Movera and a private building along Vía Ibérica. Across the day, officials traced emails claiming explosive devices were on campus and carried out precautionary evacuations and security checks at these locations.
National Police sources indicated that the threats did not appear to be credible and investigations continued to verify safety for students, faculty, and families. Officers stressed vigilance while they evaluated the messages’ scope and origin, working closely with school administrations to relay updates to communities involved.
The warnings arrived via email, stating that explosive devices had been placed on the premises. The reach of the alerts did not stay confined to Aragon; similar messages were reported in other Spanish cities, triggering widespread checks and heightened security at educational sites nationwide.
Miguel Cendegui, director of the British School Aragon, told a local newspaper that classrooms reopened and functioned normally on Monday. He said no threats or health concerns had been reported, and the school had sent families a reassuring notice describing the situation and the safety measures still in place.
Despite reassurances, the centers kept a vigilant posture. Officials communicated that the National Police were assessing the credibility of the occurrences while maintaining clear channels with families and staff about any new developments. The episode highlighted the need for a coordinated response among law enforcement, school leadership, and the broader community to maintain safety and calm amid uncertainty.