A violent fight that happened near Hazelwood High School in Missouri has led to one arrest and has left the community shocked.
A disturbing video has been circulating on the internet showing a violent altercation where a teenage girl is seen pounding another girl’s head into the ground during a fight. The footage captures a brutal scene of one girl overpowering the other, grabbing her head and repeatedly slamming it into the sidewalk. The victim appears to lose consciousness almost instantly, with onlookers engaging in further scuffles as the incident unfolds. As noted, to viewers, it also looked like the girl on the ground started seizing.
The victim of the assault is currently hospitalized in critical condition, prompting law enforcement to take action. The alleged perpetrator has been arrested on a first-degree felony charge and is now under the jurisdiction of the St. Louis County court system. While the District Attorney’s Office has not yet intervened due to the suspect being a minor, there is a possibility that she may be tried as an adult pending a hearing in the coming weeks.
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The decision to try the accused as an adult involves various considerations, including the victim’s condition and the severity of the incident. Should the victim’s health deteriorate, the case could escalate significantly. The Hazelwood School District has acknowledged the incident as a concerning issue within the community, emphasizing the need to address bullying and violence among students.
In response to the incident, the Hazelwood School District has extended its condolences to all parties involved and has offered additional emotional support through its crisis team.
“The Hazelwood School District offers our sincerest condolences to everyone involved, and will offer additional emotional support from our support and crisis team to those in need.”
he situation remains fluid, with ongoing developments expected as the legal process unfolds. We will continue to keep you updated as this story develops.