Historical Events tagged with "stabbing"

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Crime & Law

Stabbing Incident Leads to Racial Riots in UK

July 29th, 2024 0 years ago

In Southport, England, three children were fatally stabbed at a dance studio, with ten others injured in the attack. This tragic incident triggered a wave of unrest across the UK, fueled by misinformation circulating online. Communities reacted strongly, leading to various racially-motivated riots, as people expressed their outrage and fear following the stabbing, highlighting deeper societal tensions.

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Stabbing and Van Attack in Nottingham

June 13th, 2023 1 years ago

In Nottingham, England, a violent early morning incident resulted in three fatalities and multiple injuries. A man allegedly carried out a stabbing attack first, before using a van to ram into pedestrians. The police quickly responded and arrested the suspect at the scene, with emergency services attending to the injured. The incident sparked significant concern about public safety and prompted investigations to determine the motives behind the attacks.

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Stabbing Spree Claims Ten Lives in Saskatchewan

September 4th, 2022 2 years ago

In a violent incident across 13 locations on the James Smith Cree Nation and in Weldon, Saskatchewan, ten individuals were killed, and 15 were injured from a series of stabbings. The attacks unfolded rapidly, leading to widespread panic and a significant police response. The community was shaken, grappling with the aftermath of the violent spree, which was reportedly linked to ongoing tensions within the community. Law enforcement launched a massive manhunt for the suspect, marking one of the deadliest days in the region.

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Mass Stabbing at Franklin Regional High School

April 9th, 2014 10 years ago

A 16-year-old student attacked classmates with a knife at Franklin Regional High School, wounding 20 individuals. The incident occurred in a hallway during the school day, quickly leading to chaos and fear among students. Several victims were hospitalized, and the attacker was apprehended shortly after. The motive behind the attack remained unclear, raising numerous questions about school safety and mental health.

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Ruzhou School Dormitory Stabbing Incident

November 26th, 2004 20 years ago

A man entered a school dormitory in Ruzhou, China, and fatally attacked multiple individuals, resulting in the deaths of eight people and serious injuries to four others. This attack was characterized by its suddenness and brutality, occurring late at night when many of the victims were likely asleep. The assailant was apprehended shortly after the incident, and the event sparked a nationwide discussion regarding safety in educational institutions and mental health issues associated with such violent acts.

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Mass Stabbing at Osaka Elementary School

June 8th, 2001 23 years ago

Mamoru Takuma launched a mass stabbing at an elementary school in Osaka Prefecture, claiming the lives of eight people and injuring 15 others. The assailant, armed with a knife, specifically targeted children and staff during the attack. This shocking incident raised concerns about safety in schools and mental health issues surrounding youth in Japan as community members struggled to comprehend the violent act. It led to widespread media coverage and discussions on improving security measures in educational settings.

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