Sixth form outlines Sheffield re-opening plans after huge nearby police incident

College had to close while police investigated shooting on Horninglow Road

Bosses at a popular Sheffield sixth form have announced their re-opening plans after a major police incident forced the site to close.

Longley Park Sixth Form was unable to open today (Wednesday September 23) after a police cordon prevented access to the college building while they were investigating a nearby shootings.

Horninglow Road was closed by police, with the cordon stopping access to Longley Park Sixth Form. Photo: Finn Smith, Iconic Mediaplaceholder image
Horninglow Road was closed by police, with the cordon stopping access to Longley Park Sixth Form. Photo: Finn Smith, Iconic Media | Iconic Media

But now officials at the college say they have been told the cordon has been lifted.

The sixth form says in s statement: “We have received confirmation from the police this afternoon that their investigation down Horninglow Road, which prevented access to our site, has now concluded; the area has been cleared, and there are no further anticipated issues affecting access to the academy.

“As a result, the academy will reopen as normal tomorrow, and all students should attend as usual. Lessons and academy activities will proceed according to the normal timetable.

“We would like to thank our students for their excellent engagement with remote learning today. Your cooperation has been greatly appreciated and has helped minimise disruption to learning.”

Students were given work to do from home today.

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