Carrick High School stabbing: What happened on Pittsburgh campus? First details on suspect as 3 injured

Pittsburgh police reported an attack on three Carrick High School students at the school's entrance. A suspect is in custody.

Updated on: Sep 24, 2025, 20:09:07 IST

By Shweta Kukreti

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Three students from Carrick High School were attacked Wednesday morning right inside the front doors of the institution, according to Pittsburgh police.

Pittsburgh Public Schools issued a statement, saying that a student “used a small knife to injure three other students. All students are receiving medical attention.” (Representative image)

Cara Cruz, a Pittsburgh police spokeswoman, said one person was in serious condition and another was in stable condition, TRIB LIVE reported.

According to police, a third person was treated on the spot for a “minor laceration” and then discharged.

Carrick High School stabbing: Details on suspect

A suspect is in the police custody and has been brought to the North Side police headquarters for questioning.

Meanwhile, Pittsburgh Public Schools issued a statement, saying that a student “used a small knife to injure three other students.”

“All students are receiving medical attention. While details are developing, we have been advised that one student’s injury may be more serious,” the statement from PPS said.

The stabbing happened at 125 Parkfield St. in the Carrick section of the city at about 8:30 a.m.

Cruz said that the suspect received a cut on his hand and that medical personnel were treating him.

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Carrick High School under lockdown

Pittsburgh's Department of Public Safety said on X that the school is on lockdown and that police, fire, and emergency medical services are present.

On Parkfield Street, there was a line of around fifteen police cars from Pittsburgh Public Schools and the Pittsburgh Police Department.

There were a few children conversing with officers outside the school, but other than that, everything remained peaceful.

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Shweta Kukreti
Shweta Kukreti has over 8 years of experience in covering Indian and world politics. She joined the Hindustan Times in 2024 and is primarily assigned to the US desk. She currently works as Deputy Chief Content Producer and reports on a wide range of topics, including US politics, immigration issues (especially H-1B visa) and major global events. Shweta strongly emphasizes team operations, which encompasses monitoring news, delegating tasks, editing, developing comprehensive coverage strategies, and crafting engaging, and data-informed narratives. She received the Digi Star Award at the Hindustan Times within a year of joining for her broad coverage of US politics. In 2025, she earned both a promotion and a redesignation, a significant achievement recognising her contributions and the strong value she brings to the team. She has previously worked with the Indian Express, HTDS, ANI and Republic World. Seniors in all the media organisations recognised her work. Regarding education, she earned a BA (Hons.) in Political Science and a master's degree from Delhi University, and she pursued a PG Diploma in English Journalism from the Indian Institution of Mass Communication (IIMC). She also holds a diploma in Women's Empowerment and Development from IGNOU University and a French certification course from Alliance Française de Delhi. If not working, you can find her exploring the hills and engaging in adventurous activities in Rishikesh and Himachal Pradesh. She loves to play badminton, volleyball, and chess, and spend time with her friends and family. She also enjoys spiritual activities.Read More

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