The Burnside High School students attacked in Costa Rica on an organised tour have been escorted to safety. Photo: Getty ImagesChristchurch students on a Central America field trip have been left shaken after being robbed by armed bandits. Today, Burnside High School associate principal Andrea Griffin confirmed the shocking ordeal. Discussions on ongoing over whether the school group will continue with its itinerary or return to New Zealand. Burnside High School, with a roll of 2526 students, is the largest secondary school outside of Auckland.

Source: Otago Daily Times December 12, 2019 01:41 UTC