Boy, 15, charged following stabbing at Nottingham school
Police have charged a 15-year-old boy following a stabbing at a Nottingham school.
Police have charged a 15-year-old boy following a stabbing at a school in Nottingham.
Another boy - also 15 - was seriously injured during the attack at Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology last Thursday (5 March). He remains in hospital, though his injuries aren't currently believed to be life-threatening.
Police were called at 1:36pm and they seized two knives and arrested the teenager at the scene.
Detective Chief Inspector Chris Berryman, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “This incident has understandably been deeply upsetting for students, teachers and the wider school community.
“The victim’s family, and others affected by what happened, are being offered support.
“Detectives and uniformed officers have worked quickly and I hope our response and these charges provide some comfort to those impacted.
“We are grateful for the support of the school and community during our investigation.”
The boy - who can't be named for legal reasons - is accused of committing grievous bodily harm and two counts of possessing a blade on school premises.
He is due in court this morning (9 March).