Attack at Maximilien Perret High School in Alfortville: One Student Injured, Attacker Arrested

On Monday, March 17, 2025, a fight broke out at Maximilien Perret High School in Alfortville, resulting in one student sustaining minor injuries. A student was stabbed in the head by another minor late in the morning. The victim was quickly attended to on-site by emergency services. The attacker was arrested by the police just minutes after the incident, according to information from the Créteil Academy.

The public prosecutor has stated that the current charges are for attempted murder.

Strengthening Security Measures in Schools

In response to this incident, the Minister of National Education, Elisabeth Borne, expressed her concern and emphasized the urgent need to enhance security in schools. She announced that stronger security measures, including random bag searches, will be implemented in the coming days to prevent such acts of violence. These measures are part of a broader effort to ensure the safety of students and staff, and to combat violence in schools more effectively.