London college stabbings newest: Boy, 13, arrested on suspicion of tried homicide after double assault | EUROtoday

The headteacher of Kingsbury High School, the place two boys had been stabbed, says it was “a deeply traumatic event for the whole school community”.

In a letter to oldsters and carers, Alex Thomas stated: “I am very sorry to inform you that there was a serious incident at school today in which two students were stabbed. Our thoughts and best wishes are with our students and their families at this incredibly difficult time.

“We would additionally prefer to thank the emergency providers for his or her swift response and our workers for the calm and devoted manner they supported college students all through the day.

“Students in the Lower School were kept in the playground at the request of the police while they began their investigations, they were incredibly patient and respectful of others during this time.”

He said the Lower School would be closed on Wednesday and pupils should stay at home but the Upper School would be open for students in Years 10-13.

“I fully appreciate that this will be very upsetting news to hear and, as you can imagine, this has been a deeply traumatic event for the whole school community,” he continued.

“The situation is under control, but a live investigation is taking place.

“We are working closely with the authorities and I will provide further updates as soon as I am able to share confirmed information. Please keep the students and their families in your thoughts.”

The MP for Harrow East says he is “deeply shocked and saddened” over the stabbings.

Bob Blackman wrote on social media: “I am deeply shocked and saddened to hear the dreadful news of the stabbing at Kingsbury High School this afternoon.

“Two boys have been stabbed, and my thoughts are with them, their families and the whole school community.

“I want to thank the emergency services for their rapid and professional response.

“I know this will shock our local community, and I am in close contact with the police and will continue to seek updates as they work to keep everyone safe.”

Police do not yet have firm theories about why the attacker stabbed two boys at the school in Brent.

“At this very early stage, we are keeping an open mind as to any motivation behind this attack,” stated Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams.

“However, due to the surrounding circumstances, the investigation is now being led by officers from Counter Terrorism Policing London, who are working closely with our local officers in response to this incident.

“This has not currently been declared a terrorist incident and the investigation team will now be working at pace to gather any evidence and to establish the full circumstances of what has happened as quickly as possible.”

Detectives found the weapon they believe was used in the double stabbing.

Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams said: “The suspect – who we believe to be 13 – left the scene following the stabbing.

“After urgent enquiries our officers arrested him and also recovered a weapon which we believe to have been used in the stabbing.

“The suspect was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in custody for questioning by our officers.

“This is a fast-moving and developing investigation, but we are not currently looking for anyone else in relation to this incident.”

Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams stated: “I absolutely recognise that this incident will cause considerable concern, especially among the local community, students and parents of the school.

“I hope the news that we’ve arrested and detained the suspect will provide some reassurance that our officers will remain in the area to offer support and answer any questions.

“We’d encourage anyone with concerns or further information to speak with them.”

Both injured boys are in a serious condition and receiving urgent care, said Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams.

“We await an replace on how they’re, although we perceive their situations to be critical,” he stated in a press release.

“The thoughts of everyone at the Met are with them and their loved ones, and we want to thank the doctors and nurses who are providing the boys with urgent care.”

Officers from Counter-Terrorism Policing London are investigating the stabbings and working closely with local officers, said Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams, who leads policing in northwest London.

“The investigation has not currently been declared a terrorist incident, and the investigation team will now be working at pace to gather any evidence and establish the full circumstances of what has happened as quickly as possible,” he said.

Police have arrested a 13-year-old suspect on suspicion of attempted murder and he is in custody following the double stabbings, said Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams, who leads policing in north west London.

Counterterrorism policing in London have taken over the investigation, Mr Williams said.

The stabbings have not been declared a terrorist incident.

But he said officers will be working at pace to find out what happened.

The leader of Brent Council says it is horrifying “to think of how someone so young came to be in possession of a weapon capable of causing such harm” after two boys had been stabbed at Kingsbury High School.

Councillor Muhammed Butt stated: “This is a deeply shocking and distressing incident, and our thoughts and prayers are with those who have been injured, their families and the whole school community.

“No parent should ever have to fear for their child’s safety at school, and it is horrifying to think of how someone so young came to be in possession of a weapon capable of causing such harm.

“I wish to thank the emergency providers and college workers for his or her swift response.

“We will stay in shut contact with the Metropolitan Police, and Brent Council will provide our full and limitless assist to the workers, pupils and households affected.”