A teenager has been arrested after two 13-year-old girls were seriously injured in an attack at a secondary school in Schongau, Bavaria, prompting a major police operation.
Live updates
Loading updates…
Key facts
- Two girls, both aged 13, were seriously injured in the attack.
- A teenager has been arrested in connection with the incident.
- The attack took place at Welfen-Gymnasium secondary school in Schongau, Bavaria.
- Police said a major operation was under way in the area.
A teenager has been arrested after two 13-year-old girls were seriously injured in an attack at a secondary school in Germany, according to the BBC.
Police said a major operation was under way in the area of Welfen-Gymnasium secondary school in Schongau, in the southern German state of Bavaria.
The two girls injured in the incident were both aged 13 and were described as seriously hurt, the BBC reported.
Authorities confirmed that a teenager had been taken into custody in connection with the attack. No further details about the suspect were released in the available information.
The circumstances surrounding the attack, including how it unfolded and the condition of the injured girls, were not immediately detailed in the source material.
Why it matters
Attacks at schools raise serious concerns about the safety of students and staff in places meant to be secure. The rapid police response and arrest reflect the gravity with which such incidents are treated.
Frequently asked questions
Where did the school attack take place?
The attack took place at Welfen-Gymnasium secondary school in Schongau, in the German state of Bavaria, according to the BBC.
How many people were injured?
Two girls, both aged 13, were seriously injured in the attack, the BBC reported.
Has anyone been arrested?
Yes, police said a teenager was arrested in connection with the attack.
Timeline
- Teenager arrested after two girls, 13, seriously injured in German school attack
BBC World: Police said a major operation was under way in the area of Welfen-Gymnasium secondary school in Schongau, Bavaria.