Police have confirmed that no charges will be laid against an 11-year-old boy who allegedly stabbed an 8-year-old student at Brentwood Park Primary School in Berwick, Melbourne's outer south-east. The incident occurred on the school grounds at about 9am on Thursday.
The 8-year-old victim was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. The school on Bemersyde Drive and a neighbouring high school were briefly placed into lockdown following the stabbing.
Police spoke to the 11-year-old boy after the incident, and he was taken to hospital for assessment. On Friday evening, Victoria Police issued a statement explaining that the boy would not be charged due to the minimum age of criminal responsibility being 12.
A Victoria Police spokesperson said, 'The 11-year-old boy will not be charged as the minimum age of criminal responsibility is 12. Victoria Police continue to work with government partners to ensure all those involved are supported.'
The Department of Education released a statement on Thursday confirming it was providing support to the injured student, the staff member involved, and anyone else who needed assistance.
