A 14-year-old boy has been arrested following a serious incident involving a knife at a secondary school in Jersey. Police confirmed that the teenager was restrained by staff at Haute Vallée secondary school until officers arrived on the scene.
Details of the Incident
The incident is understood to have occurred during lunchtime today in the school canteen. According to authorities, one student sustained a very minor injury to the hand as a result of the altercation. No other injuries have been reported, and the situation was swiftly brought under control.
Headteacher's Statement to Parents
In a message posted on Facebook, headteacher Stuart Hughes addressed parents to inform them about the event. He wrote, "I am writing to inform you about a very serious incident that took place at Haute Vallée School at the end of lunchtime today. A 14-year-old male was involved in an incident involving a knife in the canteen."
Hughes continued, "Members of staff acted swiftly and decisively to restrain the teenager, and the police arrived imminently. The 14-year-old has been arrested. I want to reassure you that everyone is safe. One student has sustained a very minor injury to their hand. There are no other reported injuries."
Police Response and Arrest
Law enforcement officials responded promptly to the scene after being alerted by school staff. The 14-year-old boy was taken into custody following the incident. Police have not released further details about the circumstances leading up to the arrest, but they emphasised that the quick actions of the school staff helped prevent any escalation.
The school community has been assured that all students and staff are safe, and normal operations are expected to resume. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation into the matter to determine the full context and any potential follow-up actions.
