Teen suspected of attacking teacher with axe in Kuching no longer active student

KUCHING – The teenager accused of attacking a teacher with an axe at an international school, here, on Wednesday morning is no longer an active student at the institution.

In a statement, the school said the teenager was currently in police custody following the incident, which had raised concerns among the school community and the public.

“The teenager suspected of being involved in the incident is currently in police custody and as of now and is no longer an active student at the school.

“The case is still under police investigation and the school will continue to provide full cooperation to the relevant authorities,” the statement read.

The school said the female teacher who was attacked had been taken to hospital by ambulance for treatment shortly after the incident.

The victim was reported to be in stable condition and had not sustained any critical injuries.

“The school greatly appreciates the courage and composure shown by the teacher during the incident and prays for her full recovery,” it said.

Following the incident, the school reviewed its existing safety procedures and tightened security measures after discussions with the authorities.

According to the statement, three auxiliary police personnel would be stationed on the school grounds with immediate effect, while appropriate security checks would be conducted on individuals entering the premises.

“The school is also reviewing more comprehensive long-term security measures to be implemented on the school grounds,” it said.

Meanwhile, the school management would hold an assembly with students to explain what had happened, reassure them about safety measures and address any concerns raised.

The school also confirmed that school operations would resume as usual on Thursday after obtaining approval from the relevant authorities.

Earlier, police confirmed receiving an emergency call at 8.03am regarding a 16-year-old boy who was reportedly carrying firecrackers and had injured a female teacher with an axe at a private school in Kuching, Sarawak.