Student arrested at Shahala Middle School for attempted stabbing

VANCOUVER Wash. (KPTV) - A student was arrested at Shahala Middle School after attempting to stab another student outside of the main building on Tuesday.

Around 1 p.m., Shahala Middle School went into lockdown after a student who was on campus outside of the main building had a knife and was threatening another student, who was inside a portable classroom.

Security and administration responded and called 911. When officers arrived, the student gave up his knife and was taken into custody.

The lockdown was lifted around 1:45 p.m.

“We will be cooperating with law enforcement’s investigation and following our district’s disciplinary policies and procedures.” Shahala Middle School Principal Gregg Brown said in a letter to Shahala families.

According to Vancouver officials, the student with the knife was booked on assault, dangerous weapon at school and malicious mischief.