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North Port Today
By the People, for the People
Six Arrested After Incident at North Port High School
One student seriously injured as principal condemns "intentional violence" and "unacceptable" behavior
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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An incident at North Port High School in Florida on Friday resulted in one student being seriously injured and six students being arrested. Principal Ryan Shurley described the incident as "serious and unacceptable" and said that intentional violence will never be tolerated, with law enforcement involvement and significant disciplinary consequences for those involved. The investigation is ongoing and additional arrests are possible.
Why it matters
School safety and the prevention of violence on campuses are critical issues, as incidents like this can have lasting impacts on students, staff, and the broader community. The principal's strong stance against violence and the involvement of law enforcement highlight the seriousness with which the school is addressing this situation.
The details
According to the statement from Principal Shurley, the incident involved fighting, encouraging fights, filming altercations, and escalating conflicts, which he said directly contradicts the positive culture the school is trying to build. Shurley warned that poor decisions and aligning with the wrong crowd can have serious ramifications, and urged students to report any conflicts or safety concerns immediately so the school can intervene.
- The incident occurred on Friday, February 14, 2026.
The players
Ryan Shurley
The principal of North Port High School, who condemned the incident as "serious and unacceptable" and stated that intentional violence will never be tolerated.
North Port High School
The high school where the incident took place, which the principal says is working to build a positive culture and protect the safety of its students.
What they’re saying
“Let me be clear: intentional violence towards others will never be tolerated at North Port High School. There are no exceptions. When behavior rises to criminal conduct, law enforcement will be involved immediately, every time.”
— Ryan Shurley, Principal (Patch.com)
“Fighting, encouraging fights, filming altercations, or escalating conflicts directly contradicts the positive culture we are building. This behavior threatens the safety of our school and will not be normalized.”
— Ryan Shurley, Principal (Patch.com)
What’s next
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and additional arrests are possible. The school is also implementing significant disciplinary consequences for the students involved.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges schools face in maintaining a safe and positive environment for students. The principal's strong stance and involvement of law enforcement sends a clear message that violence and criminal behavior will not be tolerated, underscoring the importance of school safety and the need for proactive measures to address conflicts and prevent escalation.
