Two staff members were injured in a stabbing incident at a middle school in northeast Philadelphia on Tuesday, according to local authorities and the principal of the school.

Law enforcement responded shortly after noon to reports of an individual wielding a weapon at Castor Garden Middle School. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 63-year-old woman who had been stabbed in the left side and a 31-year-old woman who sustained injuries to her right arm. The older victim was transported to a hospital for treatment, though her condition was not disclosed immediately. Meanwhile, the younger victim declined to receive any medical assistance.

Police confirmed that a suspect was taken into custody and a weapon used in the incident was recovered. As of now, no further details about the suspected individual or the events leading up to the stabbing have been provided.

In a communication to families, Principal Shawn McGuigan confirmed that both victims were employees of the school. He also stated that the school community was placed on lockdown briefly, ensuring the safety of all students during the situation.