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Finland Teen Planned School Attack, Injures Three

5/20/2025

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A 16-year-old student unleashed a terrifying attack at Vähäjärvi School in Pirkkala, Finland, injuring three classmates with a knife. The victims are recovering from non-life-threatening wounds. Authorities revealed the suspect had meticulously planned the assault for six months, even penning a manifesto. He was apprehended shortly after the incident, which unfolded at 10:42 AM.

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A 16-year-old student unleashed a terrifying attack at Vähäjärvi School in Pirkkala, Finland, injuring three classmates with a knife. The victims are recovering from non-life-threatening wounds. Authorities revealed the suspect had meticulously planned the assault for six months, even penning a manifesto. He was apprehended shortly after the incident, which unfolded at 10:42 AM.