Crime
14-year-old girl was stabbed multiple times at Gompers Elementary-Middle School in Detroit
DETROIT, Mich. — Authorities are investigating a violent incident at Gompers Elementary–Middle School after a 14-year-old girl was stabbed multiple times inside the building on Wednesday morning.
The assault occurred at the school, located near Burt Road and Interstate 96, shortly after classes began.
According to police, the victim sustained stab wounds to the shoulder and neck and was transported to a nearby hospital, where she is listed in stable condition.
In a statement released by the Detroit Public Schools Community District (DPSCD), officials confirmed that the incident began when a parent brought a small knife onto campus and handed it to their child, who later used the weapon to attack another student.
District officials said the parent triggered the school’s metal detector upon entering the building, but the on-duty security guard failed to conduct a required search.
That guard has since been removed from duty pending an internal investigation, which may result in termination.
Both the student suspect and their parent have been taken into custody, according to Detroit police.
Parents and community members are expressing outrage over the breach in school security.
One parent, who spoke with Channel2 NOW, said her daughter—who is friends with the victim—reported threats from the suspect the day before the stabbing, but claimed school staff took no action.
“My daughter and other students told staff about the threats last night, and I even spoke with the principal myself,” the parent said. “Too many times we’re not being informed about what’s happening with our children, and it needs to stop. A student was able to walk past security and through a metal detector with a knife — that’s unacceptable.”
The parent added that fights occur frequently at the school and urged administrators to take stronger measures to ensure student safety.
In response to the incident, classes at Gompers Elementary–Middle School have been canceled for Thursday as the district reviews safety procedures and evaluates security protocols.
The Detroit Police Department and DPSCD Office of School Safety are jointly investigating the stabbing, including the reported security lapse and whether prior threats were properly addressed.
District officials said they plan to communicate updates directly to families and reaffirmed their commitment to maintaining a safe learning environment for all students.
Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Saturday morning during a domestic altercation at an apartment on Mel Smith Road, located in an unincorporated area outside New Albany.
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO) received the initial emergency call at approximately 5:39 a.m. on November 15, 2025, reporting a disturbance involving family members.
While officers were en route, additional information indicated that shots had been fired inside the residence.
Upon arrival, deputies encountered a domestic situation involving a mother and her two adult sons.
Officers immediately secured the scene and began administering medical aid to one of the men who had sustained gunshot wounds.
The second male remained at the location and cooperated fully with responding officers.
The injured individual was transported to a nearby hospital; however, he later died as a result of his injuries.
Detectives with the Floyd County Criminal Investigations Division (CID) have taken over the case and processed the scene for evidence.
Early findings suggest the shooting may have occurred in self-defense, though officials emphasize that the investigation is still in its preliminary stages.
The Floyd County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that the incident was isolated and that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Authorities state that additional updates will be released as the investigation progresses and more information becomes available.
The case remains active.