Six Students Suspended Following Alleged Senior-on-Junior Assault at Kannur School
Six senior students face suspension at PRM Higher Secondary School in Kolavallur after a brutal attack on a junior peer. The victim reported sustaining head and leg injuries during an unprovoked confrontation over school etiquette.
Violence at PRM Higher Secondary School Canteen
Police in Kolavallur have initiated an investigation following a violent encounter at PRM Higher Secondary School on July 29, 2026. A Plus One student required medical attention, including stitches for a head wound, after six seniors allegedly targeted him during his lunch break. The victim stated that the assault occurred near the school canteen around noon, where he was reportedly struck with a stone and kicked, resulting in injuries to his leg.
Disciplinary Action and Alleged Motivations
School management took immediate action by suspending six Plus Two students linked to the incident. According to the victim's testimony, the group initiated the attack based on perceived breaches of hierarchy. The seniors reportedly warned the junior that he should not "walk around with their chest out on the school campus." The victim further alleged that the group had previously shadowed him, issuing threats to beat him if they caught him isolated.
Ongoing Law Enforcement and Administrative Inquiry
The family of the injured student filed a formal complaint, prompting the registration of a criminal case. While the six identified seniors face initial sanctions, school authorities are currently reviewing evidence to determine if additional students participated in the battery. The investigation remains active as officials weigh whether further disciplinary measures are necessary to address the culture of intimidation reported by the victim.
Source: The Hindu — Home
