Student stabbed multiple times at Cobb County high school, rushed into surgery

MARIETTA, Ga. — Police said a student was stabbed multiple times on the campus of Sprayberry High School in Cobb County Wednesday.

The suspect fled the campus after the stabbing but was later caught and taken into custody. Police have not released the identities of the suspect or the victim or said what led up to the incident.

Police told Channel 2′s Cobb County Bureau Chief Michele Newell that the student who was injured is in surgery and is in serious condition.

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When Newell arrived at the school, there were at least 10 police cars on campus.

Parents got a notification that the school was on lockdown.

“Earlier today, a student used a knife to injure another student. The victim has been treated for their injuries. The campus is secure, and thanks to the quick response of police the suspect is in custody,” a school spokesperson said.

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Police said the suspect is in the custody of Cobb County police.

Newell talked to a student who said he knows both the victim and the suspect

“I did see him this morning right before it happened,” he said. “I just feel bad for his family, his girlfriend. People care about him. I hope he gets better.”

Another student’s mother said she was horrified.

“This world is crazy,” Suzane Nesbitt said. “I feel it’s not safe anymore. Nowhere. Wherever you go. Private school. Public school.”

The lockdown has since been lifted.

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