<body><div><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=0yaazi_0zZexMQA00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=0yaazi_0zZexMQA00" width="1200" height="600" >KILLEEN, Texas (KWTX) - Roy. J Smith Middle School was placed on lockdown Monday afternoon after a 14-year-old student was stabbed and killed earlier in the day, the school district confirmed.A GoFundMe account has been set up to help the family of Serenity Baker, who is the girl fatally stabbed during an altercation at a Killeen ISD middle school on Monday, according to a relative who spoke with KWTX.“Killeen ISD is deeply saddened to share the tragic news that happened at Roy J. Smith Middle School,” said Karen Rudolph with Killeen ISD. “Our hearts go out to the family, friends and school community as we grieve a heartbreaking loss today.”“Our hearts are heavy as we navigate this difficult time together,” said KISD Superintendent Dr. Jo Ann Fey. “We know this tragedy has deeply affected our school community, and we want to ensure that our students, staff, and families have the space and support needed to grieve and begin to recover.”WATCH: Killeen ISD Superintendent Dr. Jo Ann Fey issues statement on deadly on-campus stabbingAt about 11:25 a.m. on March 10, an altercation between two students resulted in a stabbing, said KISD Chief of Police Erik Hydorn. The attacker was quickly apprehended and the student who was stabbed was quickly transported to the Carl R. Darnell Army Medical Center.“The victim succumbed to her injuries” at the hospital, Hydorn further said. A homicide investigation is underway. The Killeen Police Department confirmed the accused attacker is a female student.Dr. Fey made the decision to allow the students at Roy J. Smith Middle School to take time off until after spring break. Classes for students will resume on Monday, March 24.The Killeen ISD Board of Trustees will hold an emergency meeting on Tuesday, March 11 at 8 a.m.WEB XTRA: Killeen ISD news conferenceThe school lockdown was first reported by Principal Fred Lily said in a message to families.“Smith Families, we want to inform you of a situation that occurred on our campus this morning. A student was injured and is being transported to receive medical care,” the principal wrote at the time. The district’s police department has since confirmed the student succumbed to their wounds.“Our school has been placed in a LOCKDOWN status. Students will not be released during a LOCKDOWN,” the message further states.Lily said there is no ongoing threat to students or staff. Law enforcement are “actively investigating,” he said.“We understand that this may be concerning, and we want to assure you that the safety and well-being of our students and staff are our highest priority. We will update you as soon as possible,” the message states.All students were bussed to Manna Church at 1826 Stagecoach Road in Killeen where parents or guardians picked them up.To ensure a safe and orderly process, parents picking up students had to follow these procedures:<ul><li>Bring a Photo ID: Students will only be released to parents/guardians or emergency contacts listed in school records.</li><li>You will be asked to complete a Reunification Card for each student you are attempting to pick up.</li><li>Please Be Patient: Students will be released one at a time to ensure accuracy and safety.</li><li>Follow Instructions from Staff and Law Enforcement: We ask for your cooperation as we work through this process as quickly and efficiently as possible.</li></ul>“We understand that this may be a stressful time, and we appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to reunite families safely,” Killeen ISD said.Roy J. Middle School is located at 6000 Brushy Creek Drive.This is a developing story. No further information is available.</div></body>

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KILLEEN, Texas (KWTX) - Roy. J Smith Middle School was placed on lockdown Monday afternoon after a 14-year-old student was stabbed and killed earlier in the day, the school district confirmed. A GoFundMe account has been set up to help the family of Serenity Baker, who is the girl fatally...

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