You’re referring to a deeply tragic incident at Maryvale High School in Phoenix: a 16‑year‑old student, Michael Montoya II, was fatally stabbed inside a classroom by another student on August 19, 2025, just before 11 a.m. Officials rushed both youths to the hospital—Montoya II succumbed to his injuries, while the suspect, who sustained non‑life‑threatening injuries (notably to his hand), was detained and is now in custody.People.comFOX 10 Phoenixhttps://www.azfamily.comNew York Post
Key Details
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| Date & Time | August 19, 2025, just before 11 a.m.Just In NewsPeople.com |
| Location | Maryvale High School, near 59th Avenue & Osborn Road, Phoenix, AZJust In NewsABC15 Arizona in Phoenix (KNXV)https://www.azfamily.com |
| Victim | Michael Montoya II, age 16, student at Maryvale HighJust In NewsPeople.com |
| Suspect | Another student armed with a folding pocketknife; injured during the incident and then detained. Now in custody under juvenile jurisdictionPeople.comhttps://www.azfamily.comNew York Post |
| Response | The on‑campus safety officer immediately rendered aid and the school was placed on lockdown following the attackPeople.comNew York PostABC15 Arizona in Phoenix (KNXV) |
School & Community Responses
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State Superintendent Tom Horne called it a “terrible tragedy” and reaffirmed that “schools must be safe places.” He praised the prompt response of the school safety officer.People.com
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Phoenix City Councilmembers (Betty Guardado, Anna Hernandez, Laura Pastor, and Kesha Hodge Washington) issued statements expressing heartbreak, urging a shift toward mental health and preventative resources over surveillance-heavy measures.People.com
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Phoenix Union High School District and Councilwoman Guardado announced emotional support services, including an emotional support team available at Maryvale High on August 21, and hotlines such as the Family Advocacy Center (602‑534‑2120) and Teen Lifeline (602‑248‑8336) for those unable to come to campus.FOX 10 Phoenix
Current Status
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The investigation remains ongoing. Authorities continue to seek information, including any footage or tips, via Silent Witness (480‑WITNESS).People.comhttps://www.azfamily.com
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Counseling resources are available on‑site and via phone for students, staff, and families.FOX 10 Phoenix
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