A 17-year-old boy sustained life-threatening injuries in an alleged stabbing incident at the Islamic College of Brisbane on Tuesday. Police stated the altercation involved two teenage boys who knew each other at the school, located in Karawatha, Brisbane's south. The incident occurred around 11:45 a.m.
Authorities allege a 16-year-old boy used a small knife to stab the 17-year-old, who is from Logan. The injured student received immediate medical attention at the scene before being transported to Princess Alexandra Hospital. The alleged assailant reportedly left the school grounds and was apprehended by police about 5 kilometers away in a vehicle.
Charges and Previous Incident
The 16-year-old is expected to appear in Richlands Children's Court on Wednesday, facing charges of acts intended to maim, disfigure or disable, and unlawful possession of weapons. This incident follows a separate stabbing at a Queensland high school the previous day.
In Cairns, a 15-year-old boy was hospitalized in stable condition after sustaining abdominal wounds during an altercation at Trinity Bay State High School on Monday. Another 15-year-old boy allegedly fled the scene on foot and was located nearby approximately 30 minutes later.
School's Response to Communication Concerns
The Islamic College of Brisbane issued a statement to parents and carers addressing concerns about the communication during the emergency. The school confirmed the injured student was receiving care and recovering, with no ongoing risk to the school community. In a social media post, the college acknowledged the incident was distressing and announced plans to have additional wellbeing staff and counselors available on campus. Classes were scheduled to resume as normal on Wednesday.
The school addressed questions regarding limited communication during the incident, stating that it adheres to established emergency management protocols and collaborates closely with Queensland Police and other emergency services. According to the college's statement, all communications during emergencies are coordinated with authorities to ensure the safety of students, staff, and emergency responders, and to protect the integrity of police investigations. Parents were informed as soon as clearance was received from relevant authorities.
The college emphasized that the safety and wellbeing of its students remain its highest priority and committed to providing verified updates to families.