Incident at Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology
A 15-year-old boy was seriously injured in a stabbing incident at Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology (NUAST) located on Dunkirk Road, Nottingham. Nottinghamshire Police responded to the scene at 13:36 GMT on Thursday.
The injured boy was transported to the Queen's Medical Centre (QMC) for treatment. Another 15-year-old boy was arrested at the scene in connection with the stabbing.
A spokesperson for Nottinghamshire Police confirmed that the two pupils involved were known to each other and emphasized that there was no wider threat to other pupils at the school.
Police Statement and Investigation
"This is obviously an unsettling incident to occur on school grounds, and we are working closely with NUAST.
A 15-year-old boy has sustained a stab injury and been sent to QMC for treatment. His injuries are currently believed to be serious.
His family will be supported by specially trained officers while a thorough investigation is under way.
We know this is likely to cause alarm and distress across our local community especially for parents and pupils in the area.
What we know so far is that both victim and suspect are known to each other and there is no information to say this is linked to the national 'School Wars' social posts.
We will be working closely with the school over the coming days to establish what has happened."
These remarks were made by Superintendent Chris Pearson, who also highlighted the collaborative efforts between the police and the school during the ongoing investigation.
School Closure and Support Measures
In a letter addressed to parents on Thursday evening, NUAST head teacher Dave Thompson announced that the school would remain closed on Friday while the police investigation continues.
He described the day as "incredibly traumatic" for the entire school community and assured that support services would be available for both staff and students affected by the incident.
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