A shocking incident unfolded at Leonora Secondary School on the West Coast Demerara when a man wielding a cutlass stormed the school compound, chasing students in a tense confrontation. According to the Guyana Police Force, the altercation began when a group of male students reportedly hurled bricks at three individuals passing by the school. In retaliation, one of the men, armed with a cutlass, entered the school premises, escalating the situation. A quick-thinking teacher intervened, successfully de-escalating the encounter and forcing the armed individual to leave the compound. Fortunately, no injuries were reported. The incident occurred around 12:30 PM on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Police later revisited the school to conduct follow-up investigations, collaborating with school officials and the Welfare Department. Preliminary findings suggest the altercation may have stemmed from a prior confrontation involving students. Authorities are continuing their investigation to determine the full circumstances surrounding the event.