Six people, including four students and a security guard, were injured in a suspected stabbing at Foss High School in Tacoma, Washington, on Thursday, with four victims in critical condition, according to authorities.
Incident Details
The Tacoma Police Department responded to reports of a stabbing at the school at 1:38 p.m. local time. Upon arrival, officers found five individuals injured, including four students and a security guard. The suspect, also a student, was taken into custody and sustained injuries during the incident.
Shelbie Boyd, a spokesperson for the Tacoma Police Department, confirmed that all injured parties were transported to local hospitals. The Tacoma Fire Department treated five patients at the scene: four in critical condition and one with minor injuries. The suspect, who was in police custody, was also taken to a hospital with minor injuries. By late Thursday afternoon, all six individuals were reported to be in stable condition.
School Response
The school immediately went into lockdown at 1:38 p.m., and students were safely dismissed at 2:45 p.m., according to Tacoma Public Schools. In an emailed statement, the district confirmed that all school and after-school activities for Friday were canceled. The school is scheduled to reopen on Monday, with counselors available to support students and staff.
“We are grateful for the quick, calm action of our staff and our first responders,” the district said in a statement.
Investigation Ongoing
Police have not confirmed the type of injuries treated, and the investigation is ongoing. Boyd stated, “The school is secure, and we are currently investigating. Parents can pick up their kids in the student’s parking lot. There’s a reunification area there.”
The incident has shaken the Tacoma community, but authorities are working to ensure safety and provide support to those affected.
