Girl, 14, detained under Mental-Health-Act after Blackely school knife attack
All three people who were injured have now been released from hospital
An investigation is continuing after three people were injured at a school in Blackley and a 14-year-old arrested on suspicion of section 18 assault was detained under the Mental Health Act.
Officers were called to reports of a stabbing at a school on Plant Hill Road in north Manchester on Tuesday 9th June.
The three people who were injured have all been released from hospital after being assessed.
Staff at the school detained a girl before officers arrived to prevent any further harm to pupils or staff.
Police said they are also investigating social media posts linked to the case and have urged people not to speculate while enquiries continue.
What happened?
Officers were called to the school on Plant Hill Road, Blackley, on the morning of Tuesday 9th June following reports of a stabbing.
Police said staff acted quickly to detain a girl before officers arrived at the scene.
A 14-year-old was arrested on suspicion of section 18 assault and has since been detained under the Mental Health Act.
The three injured people have all been discharged from hospital after being assessed.
Police warning over social media posts
Greater Manchester Police said officers are aware of names linked to the case being circulated online.
City of Manchester North Chief Inspector Jon Shilvock said: “Our investigation has continued at pace since yesterday morning when we were first made aware of the incident. Our thoughts are with those that were injured and were caught up in the incident. Whilst the physical injuries were not believed to be serious, we know the impact to those that were involved or were witnesses to this will be significant, and we want to reassure our community we are taking this very seriously.
“As our investigation progresses, we are aware that names relating to the incident are being circulated on social media which are unhelpful for the investigation. This is also causing concern with the victims and those that have been impacted therefore we would stress that people do not speculate regarding this incident.
“Officers will remain in and around the area to provide support to ensure staff, students and the wider community feel safe. If you have any concerns, please speak to our officers who are there to support you.”
Police remain in the area
Police said officers will remain in and around Blackley while the investigation continues.
They said the additional presence is intended to support staff, pupils and the wider community.