A school in Manchester was forced into lockdown after a stabbing on Tuesday morning. In connection with the incident, a 14-year-old girl has been arrested. Three people were left injured during what police described as an incident involving knife wounds. The events unfolded on Plant Hill Road in the Blackley area.
The alert came just as the school day was getting under way. It was sent out by the school itself, shortly after 8:30 in the morning. The school then went into lockdown as a precaution. Pupils were told to stay inside their classrooms while the situation was dealt with.
The response on the ground was substantial. There was a large emergency services presence at the scene. This included a helicopter sent to the location. Greater Manchester Police say they were called to reports of a stabbing.
Police quickly made an arrest in connection with the incident. A 14-year-old girl was arrested on suspicion of assault. She remains in custody as the investigation continues. Officers say they are not looking for anyone else over what happened.
Authorities also sought to reassure the wider school community. Police say there is no wider threat to the school or to pupils. The message was aimed at calming concern among families. It came as details of the incident began to emerge.
Three people were hurt in the course of the incident. According to police, a 14-year-old schoolgirl suffered an injury to her shoulder. A 14-year-old schoolboy suffered an injury to his ear. A 27-year-old male member of staff suffered an injury to his neck.
The authorities stressed that the injuries were not life-threatening. None of the injuries are believed to be serious, and all of those hurt are described as stable. Police say there will continue to be a presence around the school and in the community. The aim is to reassure people while the investigation moves forward.