Student stabbed at Salton City high school
A Salton City high school goes under lockdown after a student stabbed a classmate.
Officials from the Coachella Valley Unified School District say the attack happened Thursday afternoon at West Shores High School. Afterwards, the school went under a short lockdown to ensure the safety of all students and staff.
We’re told the stabbing was the result of a dispute between two classmates. It did not pose a threat to the wider school community.
Police detained the student accused of the stabbing.
The alleged victim was not seriously injured.
Classes will be held as usual on Friday. A crisis counseling team will be on campus to help students and staff deal with the incident.
Our Alexandra Rangel is in Salton City. Look for her live report on 13 On Your Side at 4 p.m.