'That’s manslaughter': Internet baffled as video of fights near Hazelwood East High School that left one critically injured goes viral

In an incident near Hazelwood East High School, a video of a series of fights has gone viral, with one person critically injured. The incident sparked widespread concern and discussion online.

Published on Mar 11, 2024  |  03:47 PM IST |  258.5K
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Key Highlight
  • A shocking video of a violent fight near Hazelwood East High School has circulated online
  • The fight resulted in an individual getting critically injured, prompting swift police intervention

Trigger Warning: This article contains references to a violent altercation near Hazelwood East High School. 

A disturbing video showing a series of fights near Hazelwood East High School has sparked widespread concern and discussion online. The incident, which occurred on Friday, left one person critically injured, prompting authorities to make an arrest in connection with the assault as per FOX News. 

Here are some of the reactions to the video as one user writes, “That’s manslaughter.” 



Fights near Hazelwood East High School 

The St. Louis County Police Department responded to reports of a fight near Hazelwood East High School, and discovered a juvenile female with a severe head injury.  

The victim, whose identity is unknown, was rushed to a nearby hospital and is in critical condition. The altercation occurred at an intersection near the school, raising concerns about student and community safety. 

After the altercation, a 15-year-old female suspect was arrested on assault charges on Saturday. The suspect's identity has not been revealed due to her age, and she is currently being held in the St. Louis County Family Court pending further investigation.  

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The incident's video footage shows a disturbing scene in which one girl violently assaults another girl, eventually slamming her head into the pavement. 




Community response 

The Hazelwood School District responded strongly to the incident, issuing a statement expressing condolences to everyone involved. The district is taking collective action to address bullying and violence in the community. They provided additional emotional support to those in need via their support and crisis teams. 

"It is a tragedy anytime children are hurt," said the Hazelwood School District. "Bullying and fighting in the community is an issue for which we all need to take ownership and work towards a resolution for the sake of our children." 




Calls for unity and support 

As the video of the altercation spreads online, calls for unity and support for the families involved have surfaced. The incident has sparked discussions about the importance of addressing underlying issues such as bullying and violence among young people. 

Authorities have yet to reveal additional information about the altercation, such as the exact location of the fight in relation to the high school, the number of people involved, or whether any students from the school were involved. 

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Know more about the fights near Hazelwood East High School incident:

What exactly happened near Hazelwood East High School?
A series of violent altercations occurred near Hazelwood East High School, resulting in one individual sustaining critical injuries.

What is the current condition of the victim?
The victim, described as a juvenile female, remains in critical condition and is receiving medical treatment at an area hospital.

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