Victoria

School stabbing: Police investigate Copperfield College tweezer injury

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A teenage boy has been stabbed with a pair of tweezers at a public school north-west of Melbourne.

Officers were called to Copperfield College in Sydenham on Monday morning after a teenage boy stabbed another boy about 11.45am. 

Paramedics confirmed they took a high school-aged boy to Sunshine Hospital with lower body injuries.

He is in a stable condition. 
 
The other boy is currently assisting police with their inquiries.

It comes about a year after police were called to the school after a student suffering from mental health problems damaged property at the school with a piece of wood
 
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential crime report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
 
Support is available for anyone who may be distressed by phoning Lifeline 13 11 14 and Kids Helpline 1800 551 800.