15-y-o arrested, charged following stabbing incident

The Savanna-la-Mar Police have arrested and charged a 15-year-old boy after he allegedly stabbed a 9-year-old boy during a conflict at a school in Westmoreland on Monday.

It is reported that about 7:30 p.m., a group of children were playing a game of football, when a conflict developed between the two.

The 15-year-old reportedly used a knife to stab the 9-year-old to his chest. He was assisted to hospital by citizens, where he was treated and admitted in a serious condition.

The attacker was taken to the Savanna-la-mar Police Station, where he was placed in custody.

He was charged with wounding with intent after an interview on Wednesday.

His court date is being arranged.

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