Pittsburgh school students were stabbed, leading to a lockdown of the premises. The incident at Carrick High School left at least three students injured, with two sustaining stab wounds to the abdomen and stomach, and the third to the hand. Police reported a significant amount of blood in the hallway during the incident.
Authorities have apprehended a suspect in connection with the stabbings, but investigations are ongoing, keeping the school under lockdown as a precaution. The Pittsburgh Public Safety Department stated that access to the school will be restricted until safety is assured for everyone inside.
A student described as an actor at the school has been detained following the incident. Two students with abdominal stab wounds were taken to the hospital, while the actor with a hand laceration received medical attention on-site before being moved to Police HQ. Another victim with a minor laceration was treated at the scene and released.
Emergency services responded to a reported “critical incident” at the high school, where at least one patient is believed to be in critical condition. Carrick High School is part of the Pittsburgh Public School District, the state’s second-largest.
The stabbing took place at approximately 8:30 am local time, prompting a significant police presence outside the school. A volunteer from the South Pittsburgh Coalition for Peace mentioned the need to clean up the area to shield students from distressing sights.
While the situation develops, authorities emphasized that one student’s injury may be severe. Gratitude was expressed for the rapid response of school staff, School Police, and city first responders. Further updates will be provided as details emerge.
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