ALBAWABA - A confrontation between two teenage girls over alleged bullying turned violent at a high school in Turkey, leading to a stabbing that has sparked national concern over youth violence and mental health awareness.
According to local reports, a 15-year-old student lured her 16-year-old classmate into a bathroom at the school, intending to confront her over repeated bullying incidents. During the encounter, the younger student pulled a large kitchen knife, which she had taken from a food preparation area within the school, and stabbed the older girl in the back before fleeing the scene.
Authorities quickly detained the suspect, while the injured student was rushed to the hospital. Thankfully, despite the severity of the weapon used, her injuries were reported to be non-life-threatening.
Investigators confirmed that the stabbing was directly linked to an ongoing pattern of bullying. During questioning, the suspect told police that she had been subjected to mockery and ridicule by the victim for a prolonged period and claimed that when confronted, the victim denied the behavior.
The incident has drawn public attention not only for its violent nature but also due to revelations that the attacker had received previous treatment at a psychiatric and neurological hospital. This detail may be a factor in the upcoming legal proceedings and could influence the outcome of the case, which is currently being pursued under charges of attempted murder.
The attack has reignited public debate across Turkey about mental health support in schools, the escalation of teenage bullying, and the critical need for intervention before emotional disputes turn into violent crimes.
Experts and child welfare advocates are urging families, schools, and policymakers to better engage with teenagers’ emotional struggles, warning that unresolved tensions and bullying can quickly escalate into severe or even deadly incidents.
