Billings Senior High School teacher stabbing
The Billings Police Department announced on May 28, 2026, that its investigation into the January 13, 2026, stabbing of a math teacher at Billings Senior High School is nearing completion, with a forensic search warrant pending. As of May 28, 2026, no arrests or charges have been filed, with Police Chief Rich St. John citing a lack of direct witnesses and the need for evidence analysis for delays. The incident involved a student, identified as Logan, who inflicted non-life-threatening injuries on the teacher and himself, leading to class cancellations the following day. A GoFundMe campaign for the injured teacher quickly surpassed its goal, and Billings Public Schools initiated an after-action debrief to evaluate safety responses.
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May 2026 — 1 developments
The Billings Police Department stated their investigation into the January 13, 2026, stabbing at Bil…
The Billings Police Department stated their investigation into the January 13, 2026, stabbing at Billings Senior High School is nearing completion, with a forensic search warrant pending. Police Chief Rich St. John attributed delays to a lack of direct witnesses and the need for evidence analysis. No arrests or charges have been filed as of late May 2026.
February 2026 — 1 developments
Over a month after a student stabbed a math teacher at Billings Senior High School, no criminal charges have been filed as of February 15, 2026.
Over a month after a student stabbed a math teacher at Billings Senior High School, no criminal charges have been filed as of February 15, 2026. The Yellowstone County Attorney's office is awaiting lab results, with charging decisions expected in several more weeks. The incident on January 13, 2026, resulted in non-life-threatening injuries for both the teacher and the student, and led to the cancellation of classes the following day.
January 2026 — 7 developments
The suspect in the stabbing, previously identified as Kaylie, is now reported to be a biological male named Logan.
The suspect in the stabbing, previously identified as Kaylie, is now reported to be a biological male named Logan. Social media posts attributed to the suspect suggest an interest in older relationships.
Billings Public Schools initiated an after-action debrief to evaluate the district's response to the stabbing and identify areas for improvement in safety and security.
Billings Public Schools initiated an after-action debrief to evaluate the district's response to the stabbing and identify areas for improvement in safety and security.
A GoFundMe campaign was launched to support the injured math teacher, quickly surpassing its initial fundraising goal.
A GoFundMe campaign was launched to support the injured math teacher, quickly surpassing its initial fundraising goal.
The Billings school board held a meeting with community members to discuss the incident and address concerns.
The Billings school board held a meeting with community members to discuss the incident and address concerns.
The school district had previously faced challenges in securing funding for safety improvements afte…
The school district had previously faced challenges in securing funding for safety improvements after voters rejected levies, which brought renewed attention to school safety protocols following the stabbing.
Public speculation began to circulate regarding the student's identity and potential motives, includ…
Public speculation began to circulate regarding the student's identity and potential motives, including unconfirmed reports about the student's gender identity and alleged social media posts.
Billings Senior High School reopened, with counselors and a crisis support team made available to students and staff.
Billings Senior High School reopened, with counselors and a crisis support team made available to students and staff.