3 injured in knife attack at school in Wales
Three people were injured in a knife attack at a school in the Welsh town of Ammanford, and one person has been taken into custody in connection with the incident.
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According to reports in the British media, a large number of police and emergency response teams were dispatched to the scene following reports of a knife attack at Ysgol Dyffryn Amman (Amman Valley School).
Following the incident, where two air ambulances were also on standby, many parents shared messages on social media stating that the school had been placed on lockdown.
In a statement issued by the Dyfed-Powys Police, which is responsible for the region, it was confirmed that 3 people were injured in the knife attack at the school and that 1 person had been taken into custody.
The statement noted that no one other than the suspect is believed to be involved in the incident, and it was announced that efforts are underway to have footage of the incident circulating on social media removed.
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Welsh First Minister Vaughan Gething, and UK Home Secretary James Cleverly issued statements on their X accounts regarding the incident, thanking the first responders and security forces.
Home Secretary Cleverly stated that he is being kept updated on the attack and that the necessary investigation and inquiry are ongoing.
The school, located approximately 100 kilometers from the Welsh capital Cardiff, provides education in both Welsh and English. The school has approximately 2,000 students aged between 11 and 18.