Malvern: schoolboy on run after teacher and pupil attack

Activity @TheChaseMalvern in relation to a missing child incident. pic.twitter.com/9lJPPIwwgq

— Malvern Cops (@MalvernCops) September 8, 2014

The incident occurred at The Chase Technology College in Malvern, Worcestershire, shortly before 9am on Monday. The male teacher and a 13-year-old female student were treated for minor injuries, according to West Mercia Police.

They said the suspect, also 13, fled the scene shortly after the incident and should not be approached.

There has been an incident at the school, which has now been dealt with. Everyone is safe, and there is no cause for concern.

— The Chase School (@TheChaseMalvern) September 8, 2014

A police spokesman said: “Officers in Malvern are investigating an assault on a teacher and student at The Chase Technology College in Malvern.

“A male teacher and a 13-year-old female student from the school were attacked with a bladed instrument at approximately 8.45am. The man and the girl received minor injuries.

“The boy should not be approached, please call 999 if you see him. Police are concerned about the boy’s welfare and would like to find him as soon as possible.”

Detectives said the suspect is believed to be a student at the school.

These parents are choosing to collect their child. The school is open for lessons and your child is safe here pic.twitter.com/2rHxdIjWvC

— Malvern Cops (@MalvernCops) September 8, 2014

Our @NPAS_HalfpennyG crew conducting a search of specific areas of the Malverns. No joy as yet. pic.twitter.com/YnhG9IDYWa

— Malvern Cops (@MalvernCops) September 8, 2014

He is described as being white, 5ft 3in tall, with short, spiked hair and was wearing glasses.

He was last seen in dark grey trousers, a grey hooded jumper and may have a dark-coloured scarf covering his face. He was also carrying a dark rucksack, police said.

There is now a police presence at the school. In a message posted on its website under the title “earlier incident”, the school said all pupils and staff were “safe”.

A school spokesman said police would remain on site “as a safety measure”.

The spokesman said: “Parents can be reassured that pupils are not being allowed to leave school during lunch break. The school day is continuing as normal and will close at 3pm.”

All after-school activities scheduled for tonight have been cancelled.