Milford Haven school pupil charged with GBH after teacher assaulted | UK news
A student who allegedly attacked a teacher at a Milford Haven school has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm and possession of a bladed instrument in an educational building.
Dyfed-Powys police said the 15-year-old was taken into custody and is scheduled to appear at Swansea magistrates’ court on Saturday. Senior investigating officer DCI Matthew Briggs said: “We continue to support the victim until he recovers from this traumatic incident.
“Following detailed examination by specialist officers, it was confirmed that what were initially considered non-stab wounds were now stab wounds. The statement made at the first stage of the investigation was based on preliminary information available at the time.
“There will continue to be a greater police presence in the area over the coming days to provide further reassurance. Officers will be working closely with local secondary schools to offer support over the coming week.”
The incident occurred at Milford Haven comprehensive school in Pembrokeshire, south-west Wales, on Thursday, following a report that a teacher was attacked by a student carrying a gun.
Police said the teacher was taken to the hospital for treatment and later released. The school was closed on Friday and police said all students “returned home unharmed.”
Following the incident, the Welsh prime minister said “there is no place for violence of any kind in our schools”.
Eluned Morgan visited the school just last week and said in a statement shared on social media on Thursday evening: “I am deeply concerned about the incident at the school in Milford Haven. “Having only visited the school last week, this news is particularly shocking.
“My thoughts are with the injured teacher, his family and the entire school community at this difficult time.
“I would like to express my gratitude to the emergency services and school staff for their prompt and professional response to ensure the safety of students and staff.
“While this remains an active police investigation that should be allowed to proceed without interference, I want to be clear…violence of any form has no place in our schools.”
He added: “The Welsh government will continue to work closely with local authorities, schools and partners to support everyone affected and ensure our schools remain safe environments for learning and care.”
Neil Butler, NASUWT national officer for Wales, described the incident as “frightening”.
“Teachers sign up to be stewards of the next generation and share their joy and passion for education,” he said in a statement.
“We must remember that they, like everyone else, have the right to be safe at work.
“We wish the injured teacher a speedy recovery. But it may not be that simple. As violence in schools increases, teachers will need more than hope and prayers.”
