Greater Manchester Police are responding to a serious incident at Co-op Academy on Plant Hill Road in Higher Blackley, Manchester. The school has been placed on lockdown following reports of a stabbing attack that left three people injured.
Emergency Response
Emergency services remain at the scene, with police and ambulance vehicles visible both outside the school gates and within the grounds. A helicopter has also been reported flying overhead as authorities manage the situation.
Arrest and Injuries
Police have confirmed that a schoolgirl has been arrested in connection with the incident. Three individuals have sustained injuries consistent with a knife, according to the Manchester Evening News. However, authorities have stated that the injuries are not believed to be serious at this time.
In an official statement, Greater Manchester Police said: "Emergency services remain on scene and we are supporting the school. There is not believed to be any wider threat to the pupils and staff in the school."
School Lockdown
The Co-op Academy Blackley has implemented a lockdown procedure to ensure the safety of students and staff. Parents and guardians have been urged to await further updates from the school and police.
This is a developing story, and more details are expected to emerge as the investigation continues. The motive behind the stabbings remains unclear at this stage.
