2 teachers stabbed in assault involving student at Harford County elementary school

Two teachers were stabbed during an assault that involved students during dismissal at a Harford County elementary school Tuesday.

Deputies responded to Roye-Williams Elementary School around 3:30 p.m. after a call for assistance from staff. 

Deputies arrived to find the two victims suffering from stabbing injuries. Evidence found at the scene was consistent with an attack. No students were hurt during the incident. 

School staff, including a School Resource Officer (SRO), jumped into action, providing aid until first responders took over, deputies said. 

Both teachers were taken to local hospitals for treatment and have since been released, officials said. 

According to the sheriff's office, deputies are working with the Maryland Department of Juvenile Services and the Harford County State's Attorney's Office to determine the best course of action. 

In a statement, Harford County Sheriff Gahler acknowledged community concerns and the lack of information, emphasizing that Maryland law prevents law enforcement from sharing details about juvenile offenders. 

"The safety of our students and school staff is my absolute priority," said Gahler. "While state law limits the information we can release at this time, please know that swift effective actions were taken by school staff and responding deputies to prevent further injury."

The sheriff also highlighted the need for additional SROs, noting that county elementary schools assign one SRO to multiple schools, while middle and high schools have deputies assigned to the school.