News Summary
A stabbing occurred at Coronado Middle School, where a male seventh grader attacked a female classmate with a pocket knife during a class break. The victim was hospitalized, and the attacker was taken into custody. No active threats were reported, and the school provided counseling for students concerned about safety. Community leaders are discussing potential measures to enhance school security amid rising concerns about student safety.
Coronado, California – A student stabbed another student at Coronado Middle School in San Diego County on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred around 10:20 a.m. during a class break in the school library. A male seventh grader stabbed a female seventh grader twice using a pocket knife. The girl was taken to Rady Children’s Hospital for treatment of her injuries. The male student was taken into police custody by the Coronado Police Department.
Authorities confirmed that there was no active threat to students or staff, and the school was not placed on lockdown. As a precautionary measure, officers conducted a security sweep of the campus to ensure safety following the incident. The police department stated that due to the ages of the individuals involved, no further identifying information will be released.
Multiple witnesses to the incident were interviewed by detectives as part of the investigation. Following the event, the school community received thanks from the police for their support and cooperation during this process.
The Coronado Unified School District sent an email updating parents on the status of the victim, indicating she is recovering from her injuries. The district has also provided additional counseling services to students at Coronado Middle School and will continue to offer support as needed. In a communication sent to parents, the district described the incident as “isolated,” assuring that there was no threat to the larger student body or staff.
After the incident, some parents reported that their children expressed safety concerns and requested to be picked up from school. Community leaders, including City Councilmember Amy Steward, expressed thoughts and prayers for all involved. This incident has ignited discussions among community members regarding the need for increased safety measures in schools, such as the implementation of metal detectors and additional security personnel to protect students.
This incident marks a troubling event in the Coronado community and raises questions about student safety in educational environments. The Coronado Police Department is continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident while ensuring the safety and well-being of all students and staff at the school.
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