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Boy charged with attempted murder after stabbing at Norfolk school

Mar 11th 2026

A 15-year-old boy has been charged after a teenage girl was stabbed at Thorpe St Andrew School near Norwich; the victim suffered minor injuries and the school briefly went into lockdown.

  • A 15-year-old boy was charged with attempted murder and possession of a knife on school premises.
  • The incident occurred at Thorpe St Andrew School near Norwich on Wednesday and led to a lockdown around 10:25 GMT.
  • A female pupil was taken to hospital with minor injuries and has since been discharged.
  • The suspect was taken to Wymondham Police Investigation Centre and is due to appear at magistrates on Friday.
  • Thorpe St Andrew School, which has over 1,800 pupils, reopened on Thursday with support available for students who do not feel ready to return.
  • Norfolk Police will keep officers at the school and in the local area to offer reassurance.

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