Kingsbury High School Implements Lockdown Following Serious Double Stabbing Incident
Kingsbury High School in North West London has been placed under strict lockdown procedures after a violent incident this afternoon left two young students hospitalised. The school confirmed that two boys, aged just 12 and 13 years old, were stabbed on the premises, prompting an immediate emergency response.
Police Launch Manhunt for Teenage Suspect
Metropolitan Police officers are conducting an urgent search for a teenage suspect who is reported to have fled the lower school grounds at approximately 12:40pm on Monday, February 10th. The suspect remains at large as authorities work to locate them following the serious assault.
Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams, who leads policing operations in north west London, addressed the community concern surrounding the incident. "We recognise that this incident will cause considerable concern within the community," Williams stated. "We want to reassure local students, parents and local residents that we have deployed significant resources to the area and are doing everything we can to locate the suspect."
School Issues Statement on Lockdown Procedures
In an official statement released by the North West London academy, school administrators confirmed they had enacted full lockdown protocols in response to what they described as a "serious incident." The statement emphasised that the campus is currently inaccessible for both entry and exit while emergency procedures continue.
The school's communication read: "We want to make you aware that there has been a serious incident at Kingsbury High School today. We are working closely with the relevant authorities and following all necessary procedures. The situation is now under control, and we have already spoken directly with the parents and carers of the students involved."
School officials acknowledged the concerning nature of the events, adding: "We understand that this will be concerning. At present, it is not possible to enter or leave the school site while the response continues. We will provide further updates as soon as we are able to share confirmed information."
Emergency Response and Medical Treatment
Emergency services flooded the Kingsbury High School campus this afternoon following reports of the stabbing. Paramedics provided immediate medical treatment to both injured boys at the scene before transporting them to hospital for further care. The current condition of the two students remains undisclosed by authorities at this time.
Detective Chief Superintendent Williams extended his thoughts to the victims, stating: "Our thoughts are with the injured boys and I want to thank the paramedics and doctors who are providing them both with care. We'll provide further updates when we can."
Community Impact and Ongoing Investigation
The violent incident at Kingsbury High School has sent shockwaves through the local community, with parents, students, and residents expressing deep concern about safety at the educational institution. The lockdown procedures have created significant disruption to normal school operations, with access completely restricted while police continue their investigation.
Authorities have emphasised their commitment to resolving the situation swiftly and providing regular updates to concerned community members as the investigation progresses and more information becomes available.
