St. Louis, Missouri – The family of a Missouri teenager involved in the brutal attack on 16-year-old Kaylee Gain is now claiming that she is the “real victim” in this tragic incident. They argue that she had been subjected to harassment and bullying before the violent assault took place.
Gain sustained a devastating skull fracture when the 15-year-old suspect repeatedly slammed her head into the concrete outside a high school in the St. Louis area. According to reports, the accused attacker, an honor student with a stellar academic record at Hazelwood East High School, as well as a member of the orchestra and volleyball team, was allegedly defending herself during the altercation.
In an effort to garner support for the teen, the suspect’s family has asked the juvenile court system to show compassion and is seeking $150,000 in donations for her legal defense. A petition has been launched on Change.org, urging Chief Juvenile Officer Rick Gaines of the 21st Circuit Court not to charge the teenager as an adult.
The family expressed frustration that the incident is being used to define the teen’s character, especially criticizing Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey’s statements about the possibility of adult charges if Gain does not survive. They believe that the young woman’s scholarly achievements should outweigh the circumstances of the altercation.
Amidst the aftermath of the fight, the family has reported receiving racist death threats and experiencing alleged doxxing attempts. They stress the importance of considering all aspects of the teenager’s life, particularly highlighting her experience as a bullied student defending herself under intense circumstances.
As the case progresses through the courts, the family is advocating for healing and reconciliation for both parties involved in the altercation. They emphasize the need for prayers and support, acknowledging that the incident, though escalated, was ultimately a teenage conflict.
Footage of the altercation shows the brutal nature of the attack, prompting Gain’s family attorney to release a statement requesting thoughts and prayers for Kaylee’s recovery. Additionally, they urge against any form of retaliation towards the attacker, emphasizing a desire for peace and non-violent resolution in the aftermath of the incident.