Teen Stabbed at School, Lockdown Lifted

0:00On March 11th, a 16-year-old boy was arrested by armed police at Thorpson Andrews School near Norwich after a teenage girl was stabbed during school hours. The incident happened around 10.24 a.m. with the girl suffering minor injuries and heading to the hospital. Officers quickly locked down the school and launched a search using drones. Teachers barricaded classrooms with cabinets and tables, keeping pupils hidden under desks and siling with phones off. The suspect fled over a fence, but was caught around 11.30 a.m. on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, then taken for questioning. Pupils describe hearing a new lockdown alarm for the first time, huddling in fear while rumors spread of blood on the victim. Around 100 parents gathered outside, frustrated by poor updates from the school and police, with some shouting for their kids to be released. After hours of worry, the lockdown lasted nearly three hours, with first pupils freed around 120 p.m. School leaders praised staff protocols, but noted the distress, promising support for

1:03everyone involved. Police confirmed it's not connected to last week's reported hate chance at a football event on site. Authorities are investigating further, focusing on student safety and clear communication moving forward as the community recovers.