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Parkdale High Lockdown Lifted After Stabbing; Student Hospitalized, Suspect in Custody

Officials describe an isolated incident with no ongoing threat to the school community.

Overview

  • The lockdown at Parkdale High School in Riverdale, Maryland, was lifted around 11 a.m. Thursday following a police response.
  • Prince George's County Public Schools said a suspect was taken into custody in connection with the on-campus stabbing.
  • An injured student was transported to a hospital for evaluation with injuries that were not life-threatening, according to the district.
  • Earlier, the school system reported all students and staff were safe and accounted for as officers secured the building.
  • Officials characterized the case as isolated and said additional updates would be shared as they become available.