A 16-year-old high school student in Las Vegas was arrested after police said he fell “violently” with a teacher during a “discussion about his grades,” KTNV-TV, an ABC subsidiary, reported on Friday. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police said the unidentified student was taken into custody and charged with attempted murder, first-degree kidnapping, robbery, sexual assault and battery possession with intent to commit sexual assault. According to police, police responded to a high school on Thursday afternoon after a report of a teacher being injured. KTNV-TV that the incident happened at Eldorado High School. When police arrived at the scene, the teacher was being treated by first responders and taken to a local hospital “in stable condition,” police said in a statement. During their investigation, police learned that the incident occurred when the student entered the teacher’s classroom to discuss his grades. “At one point, the suspect became violent and started punching the victim and strangling him until he lost consciousness,” police said. “After the attack, the suspect fled the class and the victim was later found by another employee.” Police are seeking more information about this alleged attack. KTNV-TV reported that prosecutors will complete the charges the student will face. The Clark County School District Superintendent, Dr. Jesus Jara issued a statement after the incident, which was received by the news station. “I am devastated and the CCSD family is grieving for the teacher who was attacked at Eldorado High School,” the statement said. “Our hearts are heavy because of the violence committed against her and we pray for her full recovery.” The statement continued: “While this incident is now in the hands of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police, rest assured that this suspect will be held accountable for his actions. Let me say again, categorically, violence will not be tolerated in the county. Clark Schools or against our students or staff. “
