NewsWSVN 7 MiamiSeptember 1, 2026Miami-Dade
Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office arrests three following stabbing at Miami Northwestern Senior High
Three individuals were arrested following a violent altercation at Miami Northwestern Senior High School that resulted in an 18-year-old student being stabbed. Prosecutors intend to charge the 15-year-old suspect as an adult for aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and possession of a weapon on school property.
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The incident has prompted calls from parents for increased security measures at the school to prevent future violence and the presence of weapons on campus.
Key Facts
- Three individuals were arrested following a fight and stabbing at Miami Northwestern Senior High School.
- A 15-year-old suspect, Carlos Martinez, is facing charges of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and possession of a weapon on school property.
- Prosecutors intend to charge the 15-year-old suspect as an adult.
- The 18-year-old victim suffered serious injuries and is in stable condition at Jackson Memorial Hospital.
- Cellphone video shows the suspect being attacked by two other students before the stabbing occurred.
- The suspect sustained self-inflicted cuts to his hand during the incident.
- Miami-Dade Schools Police Department and school administration addressed the incident immediately.
- Parents have expressed a desire for increased security on campus.
Who's Mentioned
locationMiami Northwestern Senior High School“Site of the stabbing incident”locationJackson Memorial Hospital Ryder Trauma Center“Hospital where the victim is receiving treatment”organizationMiami-Dade Public Schools“School district administration”personCarlos Martinez“15-year-old suspect charged with aggravated battery and weapon possession”organizationMiami-Dade Sheriff’s Office“Law enforcement agency that filed the arrest report”other15“Age of the suspect”other18“Age of the victim”