Crime11 February, 20262 min read
13-Year-Old Boy Stabs Two Classmates at Kingsbury High School, Counter-Terror Police Arrest Him
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Two pupils, aged 12 and 13, were stabbed and taken to hospital in serious condition A 13-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and is being questioned
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Kingsbury High School stabbing
On Tuesday at about 12:40pm two pupils were stabbed at Kingsbury High School in Brent, north-west London. Police found a 13-year-old and a 12-year-old injured; both are reported to be in a serious condition.
“Police are questioning a 13-year-old boy arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after two boys were stabbed at Kingsbury High School in Brent, north-west London, on Tuesday.”
A 13-year-old suspect was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a search and recovery of a weapon. The Metropolitan Police and London Ambulance Service responded, and the suspect remains in custody as detectives continue inquiries into how the incident unfolded.
Two boys seriously injured
The two victims, boys aged 12 and 13, were taken to hospital and are described across sources as being in a serious condition. One outlet reports a victim sustained stab wounds to the neck and was taken to a major trauma centre. Media accounts consistently describe the injuries as severe and say the victims received urgent hospital care.
School incident details
Police located and arrested a 13‑year‑old suspect after searches. Sources differ on how the suspect entered the school and on some tactical details. Several accounts say a weapon believed to have been used was recovered and that the suspect was found after leaving or hiding near the scene.
“The suspect fled the scene but was found hiding nearby about an hour later.”
Witnesses say the alleged attacker climbed a wall to gain entry. Witnesses also claim the suspect may have used pepper spray or prevented pupils from escaping.
Investigation and possible motive
Counter Terrorism Policing London is leading the investigation because of the surrounding circumstances, according to multiple reports. Several outlets are careful to note the incident has not been formally declared a terrorist act.
Police say they are keeping an open mind on motive. Other outlets and eyewitnesses report alleged extremist phrases shouted during the attack, which police are investigating as a possible motive but have not confirmed.
Response to school incident
The school, local officials and national figures responded with shock and support. The headteacher described the episode as deeply traumatic. The lower school was partially closed while investigations and interviews with pupils continued.
“The headteacher described the episode as deeply traumatic; the lower school was closed Wednesday while older year groups attended.”
Ministers and local politicians offered sympathy and pledged support. Some discussion also focused on knife crime among young people and whether security should be reviewed.
