A 15-year-old boy has been charged after a stabbing at Nottingham University Academy of Science...

Published: 2:12 am March 9, 2026
Updated: 2:45 am March 9, 2026

A 15-year-old boy has been charged after a stabbing at Nottingham University Academy of Science and Technology (NUAST) in Lenton.

Stabbing Sparks Panic at Nottingham School

Police rushed to the NUAST campus on Dunkirk Road at 1:36pm on Thursday, March 5, following reports of a serious stabbing. A fellow 15-year-old student was found with knife wounds and taken to the hospital. Thankfully, his injuries are not life-threatening, but he remains under medical care.

 

Two Knives Seized, Teen Charged on the Spot

Officers recovered two knives at the scene and arrested the suspect immediately. The boy now faces charges of grievous bodily harm and two counts of possessing a knife on school property. He is set to appear at Nottingham Magistrates’ Court on Monday, March 9.

Police Offer Support to Victim and School Community

Detective Chief Inspector Chris Berryman said: “This incident has understandably been deeply upsetting for students, teachers and the wider school community.

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