An intoxicated man assaulted a student at a high school in Lier, Norway on Monday afternoon. Police say the man entered the school grounds and demanded snus or cigarettes from students. When they refused, he became violent.
The 18-year-old suspect punched a 16-year-old student and threatened him with a knife. Authorities confirmed the attacker forced the teenager to empty his pockets during the confrontation.
Police quickly responded to the incident and arrested the suspect without resistance. Officers found a knife on the parking lot near where the attack occurred.
No serious injuries were reported despite the violent nature of the assault. The operation commander confirmed the situation was brought under control promptly.
This incident raises questions about school security in Norway, where such violent intrusions remain relatively rare but highlight vulnerabilities in campus safety protocols.