A 16-year-old schoolgirl has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a a school welfare officer was stabbed.
Police and ambulances were called to the Winterton Community Academy in North Lincolnshire after a 61-year-old woman was injured this morning.
Chief Superintendent Christine Wilson said: ‘We attended a serious incident just before 9.00am this morning at Winterton Community Academy, and a 61 year old woman is being treated in hospital for serious but not life threatening injuries.
‘Staff at the school and police officers responded to this isolated incident very quickly, and one person is currently in custody as a result.
‘There was no disruption to any other children, non of whom witnessed the incident. Children at the school have not been directly affected by this
Headteacher Mr Gareth Morris said: ‘We are keen to reassure parents and the community that this is an isolated incident and that the school remains open.
‘We will support our staff directly affected and will be keeping parents updated throughout the day.’
A girl has been arrested after a welfare officer from this school near Scarborough was stabbed