Teenager Arrested after Worthing School forced into lockdown

A teenage girl was arrested at Durrington High School on Thursday morning after allegedly being found in possession of a knife, prompting the school to initiate lockdown procedures.

The student remains in custody, and no one was harmed during the incident. Both school and police officials have confirmed that there is no further threat to safety.

Police were called to the scene at 09:37 BST following reports of the teenager with a knife. The school communicated on Facebook that all staff and students adhered to the lockdown protocols. Shaun Allison and Chris Woodcock, co-headteachers, emphasized there’s no continuing danger to the school community. Police are collaborating with the institution to uncover the complete details of the event. Chief inspector Sarah Leadbeatter assured the public that the situation was swiftly contained with no harm done and no ongoing safety concerns.