Two acid bombs have been discovered on the premises of Skottegård School (Skottegårdsskolen) in Kastrup, a suburb of Copenhagen in Denmark, sparking alarm among parents and local authorities. The incident, which has quickly attracted media attention, has led to an immediate police investigation and heightened security measures on the school grounds.
Discovery of acid bombs at Skottegård school
On the school grounds, staff and technical service personnel uncovered two suspicious devices. One device was found in a container located in the foyer where a spring water bottle with unknown contents exploded, while the second device was discovered as a 1.5‑liter soda bottle lying in the grass along the road. School management confirmed that both acid bombs were located on the property and that all parents had been informed of the situation through an official message.
Parent and authority reactions to acid bombs found in Amager’s school
Shock and concern have spread among the parent community. As one group of parent‑elected representatives stated,
“As parent-elected representatives on Skottegårdsskolen’s board, we are naturally shocked to hear that two so-called acid bombs have been found on the school’s premises,”
they said collectively.
Parents are urged to discuss the dangers of such devices with their children—even if they might appear harmless or “fun” on platforms like TikTok—underscoring the severity of the situation.
Police investigation and security enhancements at Skottegård school
Police have launched an investigation into the incident to determine how the acid bombs ended up on school grounds. In response, the school management has taken immediate steps to safeguard students, including increasing patrolling during later hours. Teachers are scheduled to instruct students on how to steer clear of any unknown containers and to report any suspicious objects to an adult immediately.
Previous acid bomb incidents in Denmark
This alarming discovery is not an isolated event. Similar incidents have been reported across Denmark over recent months:
- In October, acid bombs were found near a school in Esbjerg, prompting police to cordon off the area after several devices were discovered on the school’s sports fields.
- Later that month, another acid bomb was detected near a school outside Aarhus.
- In Sønderborg, an 18‑year‑old was arrested after acid bombs were found on a school’s premises, later admitting that he had manufactured and thrown them.
- Additionally, an acid bomb found in East Jutland in November was safely detonated by the armed forces’ munitions disposal team, with subsequent cleanup carried out by the fire brigade.
These incidents have raised serious concerns about school safety and the potential risks posed by such dangerous devices.
Ongoing investigation on acid bomb threats
While the police remain tight-lipped about further details, the investigation continues as authorities work to identify the source and prevent future incidents. The community is being reassured by the swift response of both school management and law enforcement. As the case develops, local and national authorities are expected to implement additional safety protocols to ensure that schools remain a secure environment for students.
