A GORNAL school has sent a warning to parents after a pupil was approached by a stranger on their way to school.
A text was sent from Ellowes Hall Sports College March 20 telling parents to remind their children 'to remain vigilant and safe'.
The text read: "This morning a stranger approached a student on their way to school. Please remind your child to remain vigilant and safe."
The Lower Gornal school did not provide any more details on the incident.
A spokesperson for the school said it was matter for the police and could not comment further.
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