Two seriously injured following reported assault at Missouri middle school

FOX23 News at 9 p.m.

WARRENTON, Mo. (KBSI) — Two people were seriously injured following a reported assault at Black Hawk Middle School in Warren County on Thursday, Nov. 12.

According to the Warren County Ambulance District, emergency crews responded to the school around 8 a.m. following reports of an assault.

Emergency personnel evaluated and treated three patients at the scene.

One patient was transported by medical helicopter to a local trauma center, while a second patient was taken by ground ambulance to a trauma center.

Both patients were in serious condition at the time of transport, according to the ambulance district.

A third patient was treated and released at the scene.

The ambulance district said its personnel worked closely with law enforcement to coordinate the emergency response and provide medical care.

The Warrenton Police Department is leading the investigation.

Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances surrounding the reported assault or the identities and ages of those involved.

Anyone seeking additional information can contact the Warrenton Police Department at 636-456-3535.