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Targeted Knife Attack Triggers Lockdown at Ellenbrook School

Police say the teenage victim suffered a stab wound to his arm that is not believed to be serious.

Overview

  • WA Police report the assault was targeted, the alleged attackers were not students, and six juvenile males are in custody with one more person sought.
  • The incident occurred after the final bell outside the main college building, prompting a precautionary lockdown and a request for parents to stay away.
  • St John WA dispatched four ambulances shortly after 3pm, three were later stood down, and the boy was taken to St John of God Midland Hospital under normal road conditions.
  • Investigations are ongoing with several teenagers assisting police, officers patrolling the area, and CCTV footage under review.
  • Authorities describe the event as an altercation between a group of youths involving a knife, and the school says further updates will be provided when safe.