All articles tagged with #juvenile charges
Originally Published 23 days ago — by ABC7 Chicago
Seven minors have been charged with battery after attacking a woman and her child near a Chicago elementary school, with the incident captured on video and prompting community and official responses focused on safety and violence prevention.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Six Massachusetts juveniles were charged in connection with a racially charged online bullying incident involving "heinous" language, threats of violence towards people of color, and a mock slave auction on Snapchat. The Hampden District Attorney called the behavior "vile, cruel, and contemptible" and emphasized that hatred and racism have no place in the community. The incident, involving 8th-grade students from Southwick Regional School, led to suspensions and criminal charges, including threat to commit a crime and interference with civil rights. The district attorney is taking steps to prevent future harm and promote empathy and understanding in the school community.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas accused Missouri Gov. Mike Parson of using a racial "dog whistle" by referring to the suspected shooters at the Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl parade as "thugs." The mayor disagreed with the governor's choice of words, stating that it was a classic dog whistle with racial connotations. Two minors have been charged with gun-related offenses in connection to the shooting, which resulted in one death and 22 injuries.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by BBC.com
A 10-year-old girl in South Carolina is facing criminal charges after allegedly threatening to bring a gun to school and kill classmates. Police found weapons secured in her home, and she has been charged with student threats. Another incident involving an 11-year-old girl making similar threats was reported in the same county. These incidents are part of a series of cases involving children facing charges for threatening harm to fellow students or school staff, reflecting ongoing concerns about student safety and gun control.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo! Voices
A child in Texas died by suicide while playing an online game, and a juvenile male from Michigan has been charged with harassment causing death and aiding suicide. The investigation began after deputies responded to a call about a suicide and found the child dead, still wearing a gaming headset and appearing to be online. Following months of investigation and interviews with members of an online gaming group, charges were brought against the Michigan boy. The identities of those involved have not been publicly disclosed due to their status as juveniles. The Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable's Office is taking cyberbullying cases seriously and will continue to investigate.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
A child in Texas died by suicide while playing an online game, and a juvenile male from Michigan has been charged with harassment causing death and aiding suicide. The investigation began in January after deputies responded to a suicide call and found the child dead, still wearing a gaming headset. After months of investigation and interviews with members of an online gaming group, charges were brought against the Michigan boy. The identities of those involved have not been publicly disclosed due to their status as juveniles. The Montgomery County Precinct 3 Constable's Office is taking cyberbullying cases seriously and will continue to investigate.