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A tragic stabbing incident outside Santa Ana High School has resulted in the death of 14-year-old student Armando Morales. Two other students were injured in the fight, which appears to be gang-related. The police have apprehended two brothers in connection with the case as the community rallies for improved safety measures. Crisis counselors are available for students affected by the incident, and a GoFundMe page has been established to support Morales’ family.
Santa Ana – Two brothers have been arrested in connection with a stabbing incident that resulted in the death of a 14-year-old student and left two other students injured outside Santa Ana High School. The incident occurred around 3:25 p.m. Wednesday, shortly after classes were dismissed.
According to reports, the fight involving at least three male students, aged 14, 15, and 16, erupted outside the school premises. The victim, identified as Armando Morales from Santa Ana, succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital. His family described him as a happy, smart, and kind young boy who dedicated himself to helping others.
The two other victims, who are 15 and 16 years old, were transported to the hospital and are currently in stable condition. The situation has raised significant concern among parents regarding student safety on campus, as attendance dipped the following day due to fears stemming from the incident.
The brothers, aged 17 and 15, turned themselves in to the Santa Ana Police Department late Wednesday night accompanied by their parents. After being interviewed, both were arrested and booked into juvenile hall. They face charges of suspicion of murder and attempted murder. The police have not yet recovered the weapon used in the stabbing.
Detectives from the homicide unit are investigating the incident, suspecting that it may be gang-related. They are actively seeking any witnesses who could provide additional information about the confrontation leading to the stabbings.
In the aftermath of the tragedy, school officials have stepped in to support students’ emotional needs. Crisis counselors have been made available to assist grieving students, and an increased police presence is being maintained on the campus to alleviate concerns about safety.
As the community mourns the loss of Armando Morales, his family has established a GoFundMe page to raise funds for his funeral expenses, reflecting the deep impact of this incident not just on the victims but across the entire Santa Ana community.
This stabbing incident at Santa Ana High has sparked discussions among parents and community members about the need for improved safety measures in schools, especially as concerns rise over gang-related activities that could jeopardize students’ wellbeing. Law enforcement continues to appeal to the public for any information that could assist in the ongoing investigation.
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