A tragic incident occurred at the Hadi Al-Ajlani Primary School in Friana, Tunisia, on Friday, October 2, 2026, resulting in the death of a 10-year-old student. The student, who was in the fifth grade, died within the school premises. According to initial reports, the incident occurred during a scuffle with a classmate over seating arrangements, which turned violent, leading to the student's death.
The student's relative informed Assabah News that the incident was "catastrophic" and that the student had died due to injuries sustained during the scuffle. The relative also mentioned that the student was a healthy child with no prior medical conditions. The student was taken to the local hospital in Friana, where he was pronounced dead, and later transferred to the Badr al-Din Al-Alawi University Hospital in Kairouan for further examination.
The relative demanded that those responsible for the incident be held accountable and that measures be taken to ensure the safety and protection of students within the school premises. The school is located in a lively neighborhood, and the incident has left the student's family in a state of shock. The authorities have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding the student's death.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of students in schools across Tunisia. The Ministry of Education and relevant authorities have been urged to take necessary measures to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future. The student's death has also sparked a wave of concern among parents and the general public.
According to eyewitnesses, the scuffle between the student and his classmate was brief, but it turned violent quickly, resulting in the student's death. The incident has been described as "shocking" and "tragic" by those who knew the student. The student's family has been provided with support and counseling services.
The authorities have announced that they will conduct a thorough investigation into the incident to determine the causes and circumstances surrounding the student's death. The investigation will also look into the role of school authorities and staff in ensuring the safety and well-being of students.
The student's death has been met with an outpouring of condolences from the community, with many expressing shock and sadness at the tragic incident. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of students in schools.
Key points
- A 10-year-old student died in a school in Friana, Tunisia, after a scuffle with a classmate during a seating arrangement.
- The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of students in schools across Tunisia.
- The authorities have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding the student's death.
