A 15-year-old student was taken into custody Tuesday afternoon after another student was stabbed inside a bathroom at Heritage High School in Vancouver. The Clark County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the incident in statements reported by KOIN.

According to the sheriff’s office, deputies were dispatched just before 3 p.m. for a report of an assault involving a weapon. Responders arrived to find a student who had been stabbed during an altercation with another juvenile. The injured student was transported for medical care. As of the information available from law enforcement, their condition has not been publicly released.

Officials said the suspected student was detained at the scene. No additional details have been made public about what led to the encounter, whether the two students knew each other, or what charges may follow. The sheriff’s office has stated that the investigation remains active.

The school, located east of Vancouver in the Evergreen Public Schools district, experienced a brief disruption as deputies secured the area. The district has not yet released a statement providing further information about safety procedures or support services for students.

Why This Matters

Violent incidents on school grounds are rare but have significant community impact, particularly across Southwest Washington where districts continue to evaluate campus safety, student behavioral support systems, and emergency response protocols. Heritage High School draws students from Clark County communities that are tightly connected to those in neighboring Cowlitz County, making confirmed information essential for families seeking clarity amid heightened concern.

This story will be updated as additional official information becomes available from investigators or the school district.

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