London School Horror: 13-Year-Old Boy Charged with Attempted Murder After Double Stabbing
A 13-year-old boy has been charged with attempted murder following a double stabbing at Kingsbury High School in North West London. Read the full details of the incident.
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LONDON: A 13-year-old boy has been charged with two counts of attempted murder following a violent incident at a secondary school in North West London. The attack, which took place at Kingsbury High School in Brent on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, has left the local community in shock and prompted a major investigation led by counter-terrorism officers.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred during lunchtime, around 12:40 PM, on Tuesday. According to the Metropolitan Police, the teenage suspect entered the school premises and attacked three students.
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The Victims: Two boys, aged 12 and 13, sustained serious stab wounds. They were rushed to a nearby hospital where they currently remain in a stable condition.
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The Third Attack: A third student was reportedly sprayed in the face with a "noxious substance," later identified by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) as insect spray.
The suspect fled the scene immediately after the attack but was apprehended by police in the local area approximately four hours later.
Serious Charges Authorized
Following an investigation, the CPS authorized several serious charges against the 13-year-old on Wednesday night. Due to his age, the boy’s identity is protected by law and cannot be disclosed. His charges include:
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Two counts of attempted murder.
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Possession of a bladed article (a knife) on school premises.
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Unlawfully and maliciously administering a noxious thing (insect spray).
The defendant is scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court today, Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Counter-Terrorism Unit Involvement
While the investigation is being led by Counter Terrorism Policing London, officials have clarified that the incident has not been declared an act of terrorism at this stage.
"Due to the circumstances surrounding the incident, the investigation was passed to counter-terrorism officers, although we are keeping an open mind as to the motivation," stated T/Commander Helen Flanagan. "These are extremely serious charges against a young boy, and we continue to support the victims, their families, and the wider school community."
Community and School Reaction
The headteacher of Kingsbury High School described the stabbing as a "deeply traumatic event" in a letter sent to parents. Support services have been made available for students and staff who witnessed the chaotic scene.
This case has once again ignited a national conversation regarding knife crime in London and the safety of students within educational institutions. Detectives are continuing to appeal for witnesses and have urged the public not to share footage of the incident on social media to avoid prejudicing the ongoing legal proceedings.
