Tacoma high school stabbing leaves six injured as suspect is arrested

1 May 2026 • 3:47 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • Six individuals, including four students, an adult security guard, and the suspect, were injured in a reported stabbing at Foss High School in Tacoma, Washington, on Thursday afternoon.
  • The suspect, identified as a student, was taken into custody and was among those transported to a hospital.
  • Four of the injured were initially in critical condition, while two, including the suspect, sustained minor injuries; all were reported stable by late Thursday afternoon.
  • The school was placed on lockdown following the incident, and students were safely dismissed, with all school and after-school activities canceled for Friday.
  • Foss High School is scheduled to reopen on Monday, with counselors available on site to provide support to students and staff.

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