Brent supports Kingsbury High after boys hospitalised

Marcus Adeyemi Author 2026-06-11 15:21 3 min read

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Two boys injured in a violent incident at Kingsbury High School are in a stable condition in hospital, Brent Council’s leader has said, as the borough moves to support pupils, staff and families after the attack.

Cllr Muhammed Butt said council officers would remain in regular contact with headteacher Alex Thomas and would help coordinate wellbeing support for the school community for as long as needed.

Residents who have information about what happened are being urged to contact police. Brent Council also asked people not to share rumours online while the Metropolitan Police investigation continues.

Two boys stable as police inquiry continues

The council statement said the incident had left families, students, staff and residents across Brent shaken. The two boys taken to hospital were described as stable, with the council leader wishing them well in their recovery.

Police have confirmed they believe the incident was a one-off event and that one arrest has been made. The suspect being interviewed is a child, and police have said they will not release further details about them.

Because the investigation is live, the council urged residents to allow officers to establish the facts without misinformation spreading through social media.

Support for pupils and staff at Kingsbury High School

Brent Council said it will continue working with Kingsbury High School, including through regular contact with headteacher Alex Thomas.

Wellbeing support is being coordinated for pupils and staff. The council also paid tribute to teachers and school staff, saying they protected students and showed care and courage during the incident.

Brent supports Kingsbury High after boys hospitalised

Cllr Butt thanked blue light services, including police officers and paramedics, for their rapid response at the school.

Reassurance patrols and community warnings

Residents in the area are expected to see an increased police presence in the coming days. The council said the patrols are intended to provide reassurance and support the school community.

The statement also warned against rumours, scapegoating and attempts to stir racism or division after the incident. It said the focus should remain on supporting young people, helping the police investigation and preventing misinformation from spreading.

For families concerned about youth violence, local safety support remains part of the wider conversation in north-west London. BeehiveWeb has also reported on Brent emergency bleed kits and free training linked to knife crime awareness work.

Council leader’s message to young people

Cllr Butt said knife crime should not be treated as normal or inevitable, and called for more action to address the anger, fear and pain carried by some young people.

His message to pupils in Brent was to seek help if they are struggling and to speak to someone they trust.

“I know that yesterday’s events will cast a long shadow. But please hear this: you are not alone. Better days will come, and there is a whole community standing beside you, that believes in your future,” Cllr Muhammed Butt said.

Source: Brent Council

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