Two stabbed at Canberra college as knife violence spikes
Two people, at least one a student, were stabbed in the Lake Tuggeranong College car park; both were hospitalized with non-critical injuries.
Two people were stabbed in a college car park in south Canberra on Monday afternoon, 2 November. The incident occurred at Lake Tuggeranong College around 1.30pm, and at least one victim is a student.
The two victims were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. One person was taken into custody, and police said they are not seeking any other suspects.
The stabbing marks another incident of knife violence in Canberra this month. On 22 October, a student was stabbed in the hand at Lanyon High School.
On 14 October, three teenagers were arrested and charged with stabbing a driver at a Belconnen intersection. Police are urging witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 quoting reference P2500635.
- Monday, 2 November
- Date of incident
- Two people stabbed, at least one a student
- Victims
Why it mattersA pattern of stabbings in schools and on streets suggests a growing problem with knife violence in the territory that affects student safety.
AustraliaCanberra schools and residents face a series of stabbings in recent weeks, raising concerns about youth violence and safety on campuses.
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