Incident Overview
A 15-year-old boy has denied charges of attempted murder following the stabbing of a teacher at Milford Haven Comprehensive School in Pembrokeshire. However, he has pleaded guilty to possessing a knife during the incident.
Details of the Incident
The school was placed in lockdown at approximately 15:20 on 5 February after reports emerged of an assault involving a teacher. During a previous court hearing, it was revealed that the boy, whose identity is protected due to his age, attacked teacher Vicky Williams with a kitchen knife. Ms. Williams was treated for her injury and discharged from the hospital the same night.
Court Proceedings
At Swansea Crown Court on Friday, the teenager spoke only to confirm his name and denied charges of attempted murder, wounding with intent, and unlawful wounding.
"The boy, who spoke only to confirm his name at Swansea Crown court on Friday, denies attempted murder, wounding with intent, and unlawful wounding."
The youth will remain in detention until his trial, which is scheduled for 6 July.
