Teen's Not Guilty Plea in School Stabbings Case

A teenage girl has pleaded not guilty to attempted murder following a stabbing incident at Ysgol Dyffryn Aman in Carmarthenshire, where two teachers and a pupil were injured. The defendant, whose identity is protected for legal reasons, admitted to three charges of wounding with intent and one charge of possessing a bladed article on school premises during a hearing at Swansea Crown Court on Monday. The incident occurred on April 24, resulting in injuries to teachers Fiona Elias and Liz Hopkin, as well as a pupil. Fortunately, Dyfed-Powys Police confirmed that the injuries sustained were not life-threatening. In response to the incident, the school, which serves approximately 1,500 students aged 11 to 18, was placed under lockdown, and classes were suspended the following day to facilitate investigations. During the brief court session, the defendant confirmed her name and entered her pleas as the charges were read aloud. Caroline Rees represented the defendant, while Helen Randall acted for the prosecution. Following the plea, the prosecution indicated their intention to pursue a trial for the remaining charges. The trial is scheduled to commence on September 30 and is anticipated to last for two weeks. In the aftermath of the incident, headteacher James Durbridge assured that support services would be made available to students and staff affected by the events.