Massachusetts

Holyoke Teacher Reportedly Attacked With Screwdriver by Middle School Student

Massachusetts police are investigating after a middle school student reportedly attacked a teacher with a screwdriver.

MassLive.com reports that William R. Peck Middle School in Holyoke went into a brief lockdown Wednesday when the 11-year-old boy allegedly attacked the male teacher.

Judy Taylor, director of communications for the Holyoke Public Schools, told MassLive.com the injuries to the teacher were minor.

The boy ran from the school after the attack. Police have contacted his mother.

No names were released.

The investigation is ongoing and there is no word yet on whether the boy will be charged.

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