"Risky Business: The Dangers of High School 'Assassins' Games"
Several suburban police departments have issued warnings about the dangerous game "Senior Assassins," where high school seniors use water or paintball guns to eliminate each other for a cash prize. Recent incidents involving realistic-looking fake guns and car chases have raised safety concerns, prompting police to caution parents and students about the potential deadly consequences. A recent encounter at a Gurnee restaurant involving armed high schoolers and a concealed carry permit holder highlighted the serious risks associated with the game, leading police to emphasize that future incidents could result in charges.