A 14-year-old girl has been charged with three counts of attempted murder in connection with the triple stabbing at a high school in Manchester. The incident occurred at Co-op Academy Manchester on Plant Hill Road, Blackley, on Tuesday, June 9, when police were called to reports of a stabbing.
Charges Filed
Following authorisation from the Crown Prosecution Service, the teenager was charged on Thursday, June 11, with three counts of attempted murder and two charges of possessing a bladed article on school premises. She is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates Court later today, June 12, according to the Manchester Evening News.
Police Statement
Detective Chief Superintendent Jonathan Chadwick, head of counter terrorism policing north west, said: “These are extremely serious charges against a young girl and, working closely with Greater Manchester Police, we continue to support the victims and their families and offer support to the wider school community, who have been deeply affected by what happened.” He added, “Although charges have now been secured, our investigation is still ongoing, and we continue to work with local policing colleagues in the Blackley area.”
Ongoing Investigation
The investigation remains active as authorities work to gather further evidence and provide assistance to those impacted by the stabbing. The school community has been profoundly affected by the events, and support services are being offered to students and staff.
