Girl stabbed at school in Didsbury

A 14-year-old girl has been rushed to hospital with serious injuries, after she was stabbed at school today (Tuesday 24 January).

It happened this afternoon at Parrs Wood High School in East Didsbury. Greater Manchester Police say a 14-year-old boy has been arrested.

The force has released the following statement: 'Greater Manchester Police were called to reports of an incident at a school at Parrs Wood High School, Wilmslow Road in East Didsbury at around 1.10pm this afternoon, Tuesday 24 January 2023.

'Colleagues from North West Ambulance Service also attended the scene, where a 14-year-old girl had sustained serious, but not life-threatening, injuries, believed to have been caused by a sharp instrument.

'She remains in hospital for treatment and is being supported by specially trained detectives.

'A 14-year-old boy was arrested at the scene and taken into custody for questioning.

'A scene is still in place whilst investigations are ongoing. GMP are working with the local authority and the school to ensure that any child impacted by these events is offered the right care and support.'

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• Greater Manchester Police