Stabbing at Walton Middle School Leaves 3 Injured
Key Questions
What happened in the stabbing incident at Walton Middle School?
A 12-year-old 7th grader, masked, carried out a random 45-second attack before classes at the DeFuniak Springs school, injuring two students (one critically) and a paraprofessional. The incident has heightened school safety fears in the Panhandle near Okaloosa.
What charges does the suspect face?
The 12-year-old is charged with attempted murder and five additional counts. The suspect is held in juvenile detention in Crestview, with a possible trial as an adult and no known motive.
How are local schools addressing safety concerns?
Santa Rosa schools may require student IDs for classroom entry to enhance security. Area law enforcement has issued alerts about the 'Senior Assassin' game, which involves simulated attacks and poses safety risks.
12yo 7th grader att murder masked attack 2 students crit & para pre-classes DeFuniak; juvie no motive adult trial poss. Heightens panhandle school safety amid SR schools ID card proposal for access/security May7 vote.