Stabbing at West Potomac High Spurs Security Concerns

A 16-year-old student was hospitalized in stable condition after being stabbed by a 15-year-old classmate during a fight at West Potomac High School in Fairfax County, Virginia, around 9:40 a.m. Police responded rapidly, arrested the suspect, and recovered a knife at the scene, while a third student was questioned but will not face charges. The school was briefly placed on lockdown before classes resumed with heightened security and counseling services. The stabbing occurred weeks after Fairfax County schools started piloting weapons detection devices, though none were installed at West Potomac. Parents have expressed frustration over safety protocols and communication, calling for improved measures. School officials commended staff and first responders for their actions and have increased supervision and support in response.