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Teen Found Guilty of Attempted Murder in School Stabbing Incident

Source: BBC UK - Published: 21 Oct 2026 14:34

A 16-year-old boy has been convicted of attempted murder after stabbing a 15-year-old girl at Thorpe St Andrew School in Norwich. The incident occurred on March 11, leading to a lockdown and an armed police response. The girl sustained a minor injury and was hospitalized following the attack, which was captured on CCTV.

The conviction highlights the urgent need for schools to enhance security measures and mental health support for students. As the sentencing approaches, communities should monitor discussions on school safety policies and potential reforms to prevent future incidents.

Briefed by Gibik from the original source.