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Teenager charged over alleged stabbing at Far North Queensland high school

From ABC Australia · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A teenage boy has been charged with grievous bodily harm following an alleged stabbing at a high school in Far North Queensland.
  • The incident occurred yesterday before noon, resulting in a 15-year-old boy sustaining a wound to his abdomen.
  • The accused, also 15, was arrested nearby and charged, refused bail, and is expected to appear in court today.

A 15-year-old boy faces charges after an alleged stabbing incident at Trinity Bay State High School in Cairns, Queensland. Police responded to reports of a physical altercation just before noon yesterday, where a 15-year-old student suffered a stab wound to his abdomen.

Authorities state that a second 15-year-old boy fled the scene on foot but was apprehended by officers in the adjacent suburb of Kanimbla shortly thereafter. The injured student was transported to Cairns Hospital and is currently in stable condition.

The accused teenager has been charged with one count of acts intended to cause grievous bodily harm. He was denied bail and is scheduled to appear before the Cairns Children's Court today. Police believe the two boys involved in the altercation knew each other.

Executive Principal Tony Whybird, along with the education department, confirmed that support is being provided to staff, students, and families affected by the incident. However, they declined to comment further, as the matter is now under police investigation.

Staff, students, and families are being supported.

— Tony WhybirdThe Executive Principal of Trinity Bay State High School, commenting on the support provided after the incident.
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