Jordan High School student stabbed and killed

SANDY — A 16-year-old was stabbed and killed in Sandy on Friday evening.

According to a news release from Sandy police on Saturday, the victim was stabbed in the parking lot of the Mountain American Expo Center in Sandy, 9575 S. State Street. When emergency responders arrived at the scene, they began life-saving measures on the victim. The victim was then transported to a nearby hospital but later died.

The press release also states that the suspect, also a minor, was located and taken into custody.

“Due to the age of those involved and those directly affected, there are several complexities in this investigation,” the press release states.

Jeff Haney of the Canyons School District told KSL TV that the victim was a student at Jordan High School.

The Canyons School District said emails had been sent to parents and that counselors would be available Saturday to help grieving students and teachers.

“Although this event did not occur at Jordan High, it still impacts the JHS community, which is known for its unity. The students at Jordan High are an incredibly close-knit group. It is known as a school where every student is welcome, can find a circle of friends, and participate in many activities and academic programs,” Haney said.

This incident is still under investigation.

This report is current and will be updated as soon as KSL TV receives further information from official sources.