15-Year-Old Stabbed To Death At St. Paul High School

ST. PAUL, MN — A 15-year-old is dead and a 16-year-old is in police custody after a stabbing incident at St. Paul's Harding High School on Friday.

Both of the two boys involved were students at Harding High School, the Star Tribune reported.

"Like all of you, I am grieving that this happened in one of our schools today," said Joe Gothard, the St. Paul Public Schools superintendent, in a statement.

"The school went into lockdown and dismissed students early. Activities at Harding were canceled this evening and through the weekend. We will keep you informed of other cancellations or events that may be impacted by this tragic event."

Gothard said the stabbing followed an alternation, but could not provide details due to privacy laws involving juveniles and the ongoing homicide investigation.

The school went into lockdown at about 11:45 a.m. The Saint Paul Police Department responded and students were held in their classrooms until the building was cleared, according to the district.

The school began dismissing students at 1:20 p.m., and all evening activities and weekend events at Harding High School were canceled.

"The stabbing at Harding today is sad and infuriating," said St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter.

"My heart is with the family and friends of the victim, as well as the entire school community who is grieving the loss of another youth to senseless violence. There are no words to describe or ease this pain. The tragedies we have endured—especially over the last month—make it clear that there is no such thing as “safe enough” where our young people are concerned. We all deserve better."