Man stabbed at Melbourne school
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Police and paramedics respond after an assault at Keysborough Secondary College
Man stabbed at Melbourne school amid reports of an assault at the Acacia campus of Keysborough Secondary College in the city's south‑east. Emergency services were called at about 3pm and the victim was rushed to hospital in what police describe as a non‑life‑threatening condition.
The accused has been arrested and will be interviewed by police while the school was placed into lockdown as a precaution. At this early stage there are no reports of students being hurt and inquiries are ongoing.
What happened
Police and paramedics attended the Acacia campus after a report of an assault around 3pm. A man was stabbed during the incident and taken to hospital for treatment.
Authorities say the victim is not believed to be in a life‑threatening condition. The person accused of the assault was arrested at the scene and is due to be interviewed by investigators.
Where and when
The incident occurred on the Acacia campus at Keysborough Secondary College in Melbourne’s south‑east. Emergency crews were on site shortly after the 3pm call and footage from a newsroom helicopter shows police activity at the school.
Emergency response and school safety
The school was placed into lockdown while police secured the area and managed the scene. Lockdowns are a standard safety measure and were used as a precaution while officers assessed risk and attended to the injured person.
Parents and carers are advised to follow communications from the school and local police for confirmed updates and advice on reunification or collection procedures.
Community impact and next steps
Incidents like this can be distressing for students, staff and families. School leaders, police and counsellors typically work together to support those affected and to restore normal operations once it is safe to do so.
Police will continue their enquiries and are likely to interview witnesses and review CCTV and other evidence as part of the investigation.
Key takeaways
- Location: Acacia campus, Keysborough Secondary College, Melbourne south‑east.
- Time: Emergency services attended after a 3pm call.
- Victim: Rushed to hospital and not believed to be in a life‑threatening condition.
- Accused: Arrested and to be interviewed by police.
- School: Placed into lockdown as a precaution; no students reported injured at this early stage.
FAQs
Is the school safe now?
At the time of the initial reports the school was placed into lockdown as a precaution while police secured the scene. Parents should rely on direct updates from the school or Victoria Police for confirmation that normal operations have resumed.
Were any students injured in the incident?
There were no reports of students being injured at this early stage. Emergency services focused on the adult victim involved in the assault.
What is the condition of the person who was stabbed?
The victim was rushed to hospital and is not believed to be in a life‑threatening condition according to initial reports from emergency services.
Has anyone been arrested?
Yes. An accused attacker was arrested at the scene and is expected to be interviewed by police as part of the ongoing investigation.
Where exactly did the incident occur?
The assault took place at the Acacia campus of Keysborough Secondary College, located in Melbourne’s south‑east.
The information in this article has been adapted from mainstream news sources and video reports published on official channels. Watch the full video here Man stabbed at Melbourne school | 7NEWS
