UPDATE Incident at a school in Wigan
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At around 10.42am this morning (22 November) police received a report online of what is now believed to be a hoax, from an individual claiming that they were going to attend a school on Lowton Road, Golborne, in possession of a firearm.
Officers attended and it was established that there was no one with a firearm present in the area.
Enquiries are ongoing.
Police patrols will be in the area for reassurance so please do not hesitate to speak to them if you have any concerns or questions.