Chiswick School Pupil Stabbed Near Sutton Court Road
Police make three arrests. Victim's injuries not life-threatening
Police officers on Sutton Court Road after the attack
The Metropolitan Police has confirmed that a 16-year-old student at Chiswick School was injured in a knife attack this Thursday afternoon (26 March).
Officers were called to the St. Thomas’ Estate near the southern end of Sutton Court Road about 4pm. The victim’s injuries to his leg have been assessed as not life-threatening or life-changing. He was treated at the scene by paramedics before being taken to hospital. The police cordoned off the area around the attack and have since made three arrests.
A 15-year-old boy was arrested the same day on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent to cause injury.
Two other boys, both aged 14, were also arrested that day on suspicion of violent disorder. They have since been bailed, pending further enquiries.
Detectives are continuing their enquiries, and additional patrols were deployed in the aftermath to reassure residents and pupils travelling home.
Chiswick Riverside councillor Gabriella Giles said afterwards, “This is deeply upsetting news for everyone in the local community. Our immediate thoughts are with the young person who was injured and with their family, friends, fellow pupils and the wider Chiswick School community.
“An incident like this sends shockwaves through a school and through the neighbourhood. Many local residents have already been in touch, understandably concerned and asking what has happened. At this stage, we would urge everyone to avoid speculation and allow the police and the school to handle matters carefully and responsibly.
“We are grateful to the police for their swift response and for the speed with which arrests were made.”
Cllr Peter Thompson, Leader of the Conservative Group and a teacher himself, said “As a teacher myself, I know firsthand how incidents like this affect a school community. Even where injuries are not fatal, the emotional impact on pupils, staff and parents can be very significant.
“Schools work incredibly hard to create a safe and calm environment for young people, and when something like this happens, it is felt far beyond those directly involved. Our thoughts are with everyone at Chiswick School.
“It is also a sobering reminder that knife crime remains a real and serious problem in London. Too many families worry about the risks young people face, and incidents like this bring that fear painfully close to home.”
Any witnesses or anyone with information is asked to contact the Met via 101, quoting CAD5397/26Mar.
Alternatively you can speak to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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