ICYMI: Newton South Student Charged With Attempted Murder in Vacation Stabbings

NEWTON, MA – A Newton South High School student was arrested in Florida Wednesday night, accused of stabbing both his mother and 14-year-old brother.

The 16-year-old was charged with two counts of attempted second-degree murder after confessing to the attacks, the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office said.

According to the police report, deputies responded to the Siesta Key residence shortly after 9 p.m. Wednesday night. Upon arrival, they found the suspect's mother and younger brother suffering from multiple stab wounds.

While officers rendered aid, reports came in that the 16-year-old had been located nearby after telling a neighbor his family had been stabbed and needed help.

Police said he was taken into custody without incident and provided a full confession to the crimes.

Both victims remain in the hospital in critical condition, but are expected to survive, according to police.

The Newton TAB identified the teen as a Newton South junior, and his mother as a teacher at Mason-Rice Elementary School.

In a statement Thursday, Newton Superintendent David Fleishman said:

We are heartbroken to learn of the tragedy in Florida involving the Ramgren family. Our thoughts are with Melissa and her family as we pray for their recovery. This news is especially jarring as we prepare for a new school year. We will provide every support necessary to our faculty, staff, families, and students during this incredibly difficult time.

The three are residents of Framingham.

Story originally published August 18