NEW CASTLE, DE – A 12-year-old student from New Castle has been arrested following a serious assault at George Read Middle School. Delaware State Police reported the incident occurred on Monday, February 5, 2024, when the young suspect attacked an 11-year-old classmate with a box cutter brought from home.
The assault took place during class at the school located at 314 East Basin Road. Teachers swiftly intervened, removing the suspect from the classroom. The victim, sustaining a facial injury from the attack, was later taken to a nearby hospital by a parent for treatment.
After the incident, the 12-year-old turned herself into Troop 2 on February 7, 2024. Following her arraignment by Justice of the Peace Court 11, she was released into the custody of a guardian with an $8,000 unsecured bond.