Luis Mejia Hernandez was stabbed to death during a fight on Tuesday that reportedly involved 30 to 50 people. He was taken to the nearby hospital yet succumbed to his injuries.

The fight broke out around midday, reportedly outside a McDonald’s at the Bradlee Shopping Center, in the 3600 block of King Street, stated the Police.

Peter Balas, Alexandria City High School principal, wrote in a letter to the school community: ‘I am saddened to share with you the news of the passing of one of our Titan seniors from the Class of 2022.’

The dozens of high school students abruptly dispersed when the Police arrived at the scene, stated David Davis, who witnessed the fight outside one of the shops.

Luis’s family was notified after the incident. Meanwhile, Alexandria police are investigating what broke out in the fight, which involved 30 to 50 students leading to the death of one.

Alexandria City High School’s nearby campuses were placed in “secure the building” status yesterday afternoon. The after-school activities were canceled, and students were escorted in small groups to the exits.

The school was informed of having a virtual learning day for students today by Peter Balas, the Principal, while they take space and time to grieve and process the loss.