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Boy, 15, charged over school stabbing of teenage girl
A 15-year-old boy faces charges after a stabbing at Thorpe St Andrew School; the girl was hospitalized with minor injuries and has been discharged, police said.
- Norfolk Police said a 15-year-old boy has been charged with attempted murder after a teenage girl was stabbed at Thorpe St Andrew School on Wednesday, March 11; he is due to appear at Norwich Youth Court on Friday, March 13.
- Staff quickly placed pupils in classroom lockdown as the situation unfolded, and Thorpe St Andrew School said staff 'remained calm' while sharing support for families and students.
- Taken to Wymondham Police Investigation Centre, the 15-year-old boy was arrested nearby Thorpe St Andrew School and processed before charge under legal anonymity.
- The injured pupil was taken to hospital with minor injuries and has since been discharged, while Norfolk Police will conduct reassurance patrols at Thorpe St Andrew School and local streets.
- Norfolk Police said the incident on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, is not linked to a hate crime reported last week, and students described lockdown measures with teachers blocking doors.
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