Tragedy Strikes Frisco High School Track Meet as Student Stabbed to Death

FRISCO, Texas — A 16-year-old student was fatally stabbed during an altercation at a high school track meet Wednesday morning, prompting police to arrest another student on murder charges.

The incident unfolded around 10 a.m. at the University Interscholastic League‘s (UIL) District 11-5A championship track meet at Kuykendall Stadium, part of the Frisco Independent School District. Officials confirmed the tragic event to WFAA.

The victim, who was a student at Memorial High School, has not yet been named. Family members shared their grief with WFAA, mourning the loss of their child.

Frisco police identified the suspect as a 17-year-old student who has been taken into custody. Police confirmed that his bond has not yet been set.

Officers reported they were dispatched to the scene following reports of an altercation between the two students. According to police, one student stabbed the other during the incident.

Emergency responders performed CPR and administered blood to the victim, but he ultimately succumbed to his injuries.

In the wake of the incident, Frisco school officials announced the emergency situation led to the suspension of the track meet, with the stadium being “immediately secured.” Students were sent back to their home campuses, according to district communications.

UIL expressed its sorrow over the events in a statement, saying, “UIL is deeply saddened by the tragic incident that took place at the District 11-5A track meet on April 2 at Frisco ISD’s Kuykendall Stadium. UIL staff is in communication with district officials to provide support and assistance during this time. Our thoughts go out to those impacted.”

The Frisco Police Department also issued a statement grieving for the victim and extending condolences to the family, students, and staff. “The Frisco Police Department grieves with all those affected by this devastating loss and extends its deepest condolences,” the statement read. “The department is collaborating with the Frisco Independent School District and will continue to provide any support they need during this incredibly difficult time.”

Frisco school officials communicated details of the incident to parents and students at Memorial High School, as well as other nearby schools, including Frisco, Centennial, Emerson, Heritage, Independence, Lebanon Trail, and Liberty high schools.

Police are urging anyone with information about the stabbing to contact the Frisco Police Department at 972-292-6010 or to submit a tip via Tip411 by texting FRISCOPD and the tip to 847411.