Students Involved in Stabbing at San Antonio Middle School
A middle school in San Antonio was placed on hold Wednesday following a stabbing incident involving students.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Secondary Education
At least two students were involved in a stabbing incident at Metzger Middle School on Wednesday morning. The school was placed on a hold as Judson ISD police launched an investigation.
Why it matters
The incident occurred during a scheduled lockdown drill, prompting an immediate response from school administrators and the district to secure the campus. The matter has now been referred to law enforcement for further review.
The incident involved at least two students at the Metzger Middle School campus. A weapon was successfully located and confiscated following the school-wide hold.
The players
Metzger Middle School
This is the secondary education institution in San Antonio where the incident occurred.
Judson ISD
This is the local school district that managed the response and initiated the police investigation into the stabbing.
The details
The stabbing took place on Wednesday morning at the school located near Binz-Engleman Road. Administrators placed the campus on a hold to maintain safety while Judson ISD police handled the investigation.
Timeline
The stabbing incident occurred on Wednesday morning.
Culture Shift
This response aligns with the 2023 Uvalde school safety policy mandates that prioritize immediate lockdown or hold procedures during campus threats. The incident underscores a broader societal shift toward rigorous emergency preparedness in modern educational environments.
Parents and local residents in the area surrounding Binz-Engleman Road can expect increased communication from the district regarding safety procedures. The incident may lead to temporary adjustments to school arrival or dismissal routines as the investigation continues.
The takeaway
Schools rely on strictly practiced lockdown drills to manage high-stress events when they arise on campus. Establishing clear communication channels with your local district ensures you receive timely notifications during emergency situations.
Further reading
Learn more about campus safety protocols in the Secondary Education section.
