One male taken to hospital and another detained by police following serious incident at Cults Academy

One male has been taken to hospital and police have detained another following a “serious incident” at an Aberdeen school.

Police were called to Cults Academy at 1.30pm, and are still in attendance.

Police have not yet been able to confirm what has happened but one police van, eight police cars and an ambulance remain on the scene.

UPDATE: A 16-year-old boy has now died.

A police spokeswoman said: “Following reports of an incident at Cults Academy at approximately 1.30pm today, one male pupil has been taken by ambulance to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary with serious injuries.

“A further male has been detained and is currently assisting officers with their enquiries.

“Enquiries into the circumstances of the incident are ongoing and officers will remain at the scene for the time being. Next of kin are aware.

A number of concerned parents have arrived at the school but are not being allowed to enter the building.

An Aberdeen City Council spokesperson said: “We are aware of a serious incident at Cults Academy today. Police are on site.

“Due to the nature of this incident we will not be issuing further comment.”