Edmonton’s Jasper Place High School placed under lockdown after student hospitalized; suspect in custody

Edmonton police say officers responded to an incident at Jasper Place High School on Friday that left one student in hospital.

Police say a suspect was located nearby and taken into custody.

Police outside Jasper Place High School in Edmonton after it was placed under lockdown on April 10, 2026. (Zach Dafoe, CityNews)

The injured student’s condition and the extent of their injuries have not been released. No other injuries have been reported.

The school, along with several neighbouring schools, was placed under lockdown as a precaution.

Police say there is no ongoing threat to students or the public.

CityNews has reached out to Edmonton Public Schools for comment.

The investigation is ongoing.