James Morgan, 36, of Rabley Wood View, Marlborough was arrested on Wednesday on suspicion of making a bomb hoax call to Badbury Park Primary School in Swindon. He was later charged in with communicating false information after a hoax call was made to Badbury Park Primary School on Tuesday (25 February) afternoon.
This call triggered a large emergency response causing pupils, teachers and nearby residents to be evacuated.
A 200-metre cordon was in place and Rainscombe Road was closed for several hours while officers swept the building and ensured there was no threat.
Under an hour after the building was deemed safe, around 8pm, Morgan was arrested at his home address.
He was remanded in custody to appear at Swindon Magistrates’ Court this morning (27/02).
Superintendent Steve Cox said: “Hoax calling is an offence we treat extremely seriously as it draws emergency workers away from legitimate incidents where there is a real risk to people’s lives.
“The rapid and thorough investigation from my officers demonstrates our intolerance to this sort of criminality.
“Thank you to those who were affected by this incident for your patience while the situation was resolved.
“We hope the swift progression of this investigation reassures you that we are committed to keeping Wiltshire safe.”
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