Two women were stabbed at a Philadelphia middle school early Tuesday afternoon, police said.
The double stabbing took place at Castor Gardens Middle School on 1800 Cottman Avenue at 12:11 p.m. A 63-year-old woman was stabbed in the left side of her body while a 31-year-old woman was stabbed in the right arm.
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The 63-year-old was taken to the hospital. Police have not yet revealed her condition. The 31-year-old woman refused medical treatment.
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Police said an arrest was made and a weapon was recovered. Investigators have not yet revealed the suspect's identity.
In a letter sent to the school community, Castor Gardens Middle School Principal Dr. Shawn McGuigan said both victims are staff members at the school. He also said they both suffered minor wounds and that all students were safe.
The school was placed on lockdown, according to Dr. McGuigan.
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