News Summary
A disturbing incident occurred at Coronado Middle School involving two seventh-grade students during a routine break. A boy allegedly stabbed a girl with a pocket knife, leading to her transport to the hospital for treatment. As authorities investigate, community concerns about school safety have intensified, prompting discussions about increasing security measures, including possible installations of metal detectors. Parents are anxious about their children’s safety as the school district plans a community forum to address these issues.
Coronado, California – A stabbing incident took place at Coronado Middle School on October 14, 2025, involving two seventh-grade students. The altercation occurred around 10:20 a.m. during a routine class break in the school library.
According to authorities, a 7th-grade boy is accused of stabbing a 7th-grade girl twice with a pocket knife. The injured girl was promptly transported to Rady Children’s Hospital for treatment of her injuries. Following the incident, the boy was taken into custody. Fortunately, there is no ongoing threat to students or staff, and authorities confirmed that a school lockdown was not in effect.
The Coronado Police Department responded quickly to the scene, conducting a safety sweep of the school campus and interviewing several witnesses to gather information about the incident. The names of both individuals involved have not been released due to their status as minors.
In a communication sent to parents from the Coronado Unified School District, it was indicated that the victim is recovering from her injuries. Initial alerts to parents described the situation as an “isolated incident” and assured them that all students were safe. However, many expressed concern for their children’s safety and began picking them up early from school.
In light of the incident, a Coronado Unified School District board meeting was held where community members and parents voiced their worries and sought further information on school safety measures. In response to these concerns, the district plans to organize a community forum to discuss safety and crisis management strategies.
Furthermore, discussions have emerged within the community advocating for increased security measures, such as the potential installation of metal detectors in schools. The recent stabbing has prompted an ongoing dialogue about the implications of bullying and mental health issues among students, especially following similar incidents reported in recent months.
The Coronado Police Department is continuing its investigation into the circumstances surrounding the stabbing incident. As the community grapples with this unsettling event, many parents are closely monitoring school safety and are eager for comprehensive measures to ensure the well-being of their children while attending school.
This incident has not only left a mark on the families directly involved but has also sparked widespread concern among parents and guardians who are now questioning the safety protocols in place at local schools. The forthcoming community forum aims to provide information and reassurance while addressing the collective fears of parents and the wider community.
As authorities proceed with their investigation, the focus remains on the recovery of the injured student and enhancing safety measures within schools to prevent similar situations from occurring in the future.
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Additional Resources
- Coronado Times
- Wikipedia: School Safety
- 10 News
- Google Search: Coronado Middle School stabbing
- Fox 5 San Diego
- Google Scholar: School Violence Prevention
- San Diego Union-Tribune
- Encyclopedia Britannica: School Violence
- Times of San Diego
- Google News: School Safety Measures
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