Police arrest suspect after Georgetown high school stabbing

A student at Georgetown District High school is facing charges after he allegedly stabbed another student in a classroom Thursday afternoon.

Halton police say the school went into lockdown around 3 p.m. for a short period of time for police investigation.

Investigators say a person was stabbed with a sharp object, while students say he was stabbed several times in the face with a pair of scissors.

According to police, the victim was taken to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Investigators say the victim was scheduled to be released from hospital Thursday night. He sustained serious injuries, which required stitches to the face and upper body.

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The 17-year-old suspect was taken into custody later by police and has been charged with aggravated assault and possession of a weapon dangerous to the public.

Officers say the young offender is held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Police will not be confirming whether or not the suspect is a student at the school.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact police at 905-825-4747 ext. 2416.

Georgetown District High School UPDATE: A 17-year-old male was arrested and charged with aggravated assault and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. Young offender held in custody pending bail hearing. ^jm

— Halton Police (@HaltonPolice) March 3, 2023