Full Breakdown
Stabbing at Islamic College of Brisbane Leaves Teen Hospitalised
7/14/2026, 9:38:04 PM
Core Event
Just before midday on 14 July 2026, emergency services responded to the Islamic College of Brisbane in Karawatha, Brisbane’s outer south, after reports of an altercation between two students. Police allege a 16-year-old boy stabbed a 17-year-old classmate he knew with a small knife before fleeing on foot. The victim was taken to Princess Alexandra Hospital with life-threatening injuries and is now in a stable condition. The suspect was later located in a vehicle on Gowan Road, Stretton, and has been charged with an act intending to maim, disfigure or disable and unlawful possession of a weapon. He is scheduled to appear in Richlands Children’s Court.
Official Statements & Responses
The Islamic College’s Director of Education Operations, Tariq Ismail, said the school is cooperating fully with Queensland Police and is providing support to students and staff. Queensland Minister for Education John-Paul Langbroek expressed sympathy for the victim and confirmed he had contacted the college to offer support while the investigation proceeds. Police have appealed for any CCTV or dash-cam footage from the Karawatha area. The Queensland education department, referencing a separate stabbing at Trinity Bay State High in Cairns, reiterated that there is no ongoing threat and that counselling services are available for affected students and staff.
Verbatim Quotes
- “There is no ongoing risk to the College community.” — Tariq Ismail, Director of Education Operations, Islamic College of Brisbane
- “(ABC News) "We respectfully ask that members of the public refrain from sharing or commenting on speculation, misinformation, as doing so might cause unnecessary distress to those affected and could compromise the integrity of an ongoing investigation.” — Tariq Ismail
- “I have been in contact with the Islamic College of Brisbane to offer my support, while the police investigation continues.” — John-Paul Langbroek, Queensland Minister for Education
Related Incident in Cairns
The Brisbane stabbing follows a second alleged school stabbing in Queensland, occurring a day earlier at Trinity Bay State High in Cairns. A 15-year-old was wounded in the abdomen; another 15-year-old, known to the victim, was taken into custody and is assisting police. Both incidents have prompted heightened security measures and additional counselling resources across the state’s schools.
What’s Next
Police continue to investigate the Karawatha incident, seeking video evidence from the surrounding area. The 16-year-old suspect will appear before the children’s court, and the school plans to review its safety protocols while maintaining regular communication with families.
