Boy, 12, charged after allegedly bringing craft knife to school

A 12-year-old boy has been charged after allegedly bringing a craft knife into a primary school.

On Friday, police were alerted to reports of a child having brought the item to Laurencekirk Primary School, Aberdeenshire.

The boy was later charged and reported to Youth Justice Management, and police said there was no risk to the wider public.

A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “On Friday 16 May 16 2025, officers received a report of concern about a pupil in possession of a knife at a school in the Laurencekirk area.

“The item was recovered and there was no risk to the wider public. A 12-year-old boy has been charged and reported to Youth Justice Management.

“Officers are working with partners to address the matter.”

Aberdeenshire Council said it is aware of the incident and safety at the school remains its “top priority”.

A spokesperson said: “We are aware that a pupil brought a craft knife into school on Friday.

“The safety and wellbeing of pupils is our top priority and this incident was dealt with swiftly by our staff and Police Scotland.

“We continue to focus on the well-being and education of our children and young people.”