A serious incident at a high school in Washington state has left several people injured, raising concerns about safety on school campuses. Authorities are still working to understand exactly what happened.
Stabbing Reported at Tacoma High School
The incident took place at Foss High School on Thursday afternoon. According to the Tacoma Police Department, officers responded shortly after 1:30 p.m. following reports of a stabbing during an altercation.
Police spokesperson Shelbie Boyd said the call described a violent situation involving multiple individuals at the school.
Multiple Injuries Reported
Four students and a school security officer were injured during the incident. Emergency services quickly transported all of them to nearby hospitals.
Officials initially reported that the students were in critical condition, but later updates confirmed that they are now stable. The exact nature of their injuries has not yet been clearly detailed.
The security officer, along with the suspect, suffered minor injuries.
Suspect in Custody
The suspect, who is also a student at the school, has been taken into custody by police. Authorities have not yet released further details about the individual or what may have led to the incident.
Investigation Ongoing
Police have secured the scene and are continuing their investigation. At this stage, it is still unclear how the altercation started or how many people were directly involved.
Officials are expected to provide more updates as they gather information and speak with witnesses.
