A school attack incident at a private campus in Torrance left three staff members injured and triggered a major police response. Officers arrested a former student after they say he stabbed multiple people and planted two pipe bombs on school grounds.
The attack happened during morning hours when students and staff arrived. Police say the suspect entered the building by telling an instructor they needed to pick up paperwork. The suspect then stabbed that instructor before attacking three other staff members.
Emergency crews rushed two victims to the hospital. Medical personnel treated a third victim at the scene. All three are expected to recover. Police reached the school shortly after the attack began. Officers located the suspect nearby and arrested him without further violence. During questioning, the suspect told police about two pipe bombs placed on campus.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Bomb Squad responded immediately. Technicians found both devices and safely detonated them. The controlled explosions avoided further injury or damage. Authorities declared the area safe later that afternoon. The Switzer Learning Center serves neurodiverse students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. School officials closed the campus and directed all media questions to the Torrance Police Department.
Police have not released the suspect’s name, age, or gender. Investigators are still working to determine a motive. Officers are reviewing surveillance footage and collecting witness statements. Parents expressed serious concern over campus safety. One mother said her son witnessed the attacker gain access to the building without any resistance. Other families demanded stronger security at the school entrance.
Captain F. Ahmad of the Torrance Police Department said officers will increase patrols around the school this week. He also encouraged families to report anything suspicious. The school attack incident has sparked wider concerns about security and mental health support in specialized learning environments. Experts say similar schools may need to reevaluate their emergency plans.
Investigators are urging anyone with more information to contact authorities. Police remain committed to uncovering what led to this violent act. This school attack incident has left the community shaken and raised serious questions about access control and threat prevention. Further updates are expected as the investigation continues.
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