Two boys stabbed at Kingsbury High School in Barnet, London

Authorities in north-west London are actively searching for a teenager believed to be responsible for stabbing two boys at Kingsbury High School. The Metropolitan Police were alerted at around 12:40 GMT after reports emerged that a 13-year-old boy had sustained stab wounds on the school premises.

Further investigations revealed that a second victim, a 12-year-old boy, had also been injured in the same incident. Both boys were promptly taken to hospital by the London Ambulance Service. One was prioritized for treatment at a major trauma centre, though police are still awaiting updates on their current conditions.

Detective Chief Superintendent Luke Williams acknowledged the significant worry the incident has caused within the local community. He reassured residents, parents, and students that substantial police resources have been deployed in an effort to apprehend the suspect. “We want to reassure local students, parents and residents that we have deployed significant resources to the area and are doing everything we can to locate the suspect,” Williams stated. He also extended his thoughts to those injured and praised the medical personnel caring for them.

Kingsbury High School released a statement shortly after the attack, confirming the seriousness of the situation and their cooperation with the authorities. The school reported that access to the site remained restricted while the police response continued and highlighted that they had been in direct communication with the families of the injured students. The statement emphasized that the situation was under control and promised further updates when more confirmed information became available.

Local leaders and members of the community have expressed their shock and concern following the stabbings. Brent Council leader Muhammed Butt described the event as “deeply shocking and distressing” and emphasized that no parent should fear for their child’s safety at school. He also expressed gratitude toward emergency responders and school staff for their rapid action and pledged the council’s support for those affected. Meanwhile, Zina, a teacher at a nearby school, called the news “very sad and shocking,” and Dawn Butler, Labour MP for Brent East, expressed her sympathy for the victims and the school community, while thanking emergency services for their response.

Kingsbury High School serves nearly 2,000 pupils aged 11 to 18 across its upper and lower campuses. The school dates back to 1925 when it was originally established as Kingsbury County School in a former office building of the Aircraft Manufacturing Company, relocating in 1932. Notable former students include musician George Michael, jazz artist Courtney Pine, rugby captain Floyd Steadman, and writer Ekow Eshun

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