The teenager accused of stabbing two staff members at Charles P. Allen High School in March pleaded not guilty to 11 charges Thursday.
The 15-year-old, who cannot be named due to his age, is charged with two counts each of attempted murder, aggravated assault, possession of a weapon dangerous to public peace, and carrying a concealed weapon.
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He also faces a single count each of possession of a prohibited weapon, possession of a weapon knowing it’s unauthorized, and mischief.
Police responded to the Bedford-area school on March 20, the first day back after the spring break, following a weapons complaint. Two staff members had been stabbed and the student allegedly involved was also injured.
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The teenager was found fit to stand to stand trial in April.
According to the Public Prosecution Service, a bail hearing for the suspect is scheduled for June 28 at 1:30 p.m. in Halifax Provincial Youth Court.
The PPS also said the teen was arraigned on a separate mischief charge for an alleged offence on March 2. The matter will also return to court June 28.
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