Teenage boy charged with attempted murder after school stabbing

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13 Mar 2026 • 2:44 PM MYT
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  • A 15-year-old boy has been charged with attempted murder and possession of a knife following a stabbing at Thorpe St Andrew School near Norwich.
  • Police were called to the school on Wednesday morning after reports of a teenage girl being stabbed, which led to pupils being put into lockdown.
  • The boy, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was arrested and has since been remanded into custody.
  • He is scheduled to appear at Norwich Youth Court on Friday morning.
  • The teenage girl sustained minor injuries in the attack and has since been discharged from hospital, with the school commending staff and students for their calm response.

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