North Wales, Pennsylvania – A disturbing incident at Pennbrook Middle School has left students and parents shaken after a 13-year-old girl allegedly attacked a classmate with a metal Stanley cup, resulting in a traumatic scene with blood everywhere. The attack, described as unprovoked and violent, unfolded during lunch in the school cafeteria, causing widespread distress among the students who witnessed the brutal assault.
According to witnesses, including a brave middle school student named Emily, the attacker had a “hit list” of students she planned to target, raising concerns about a lack of action by school administrators despite warnings from students. The incident, which was captured on surveillance footage, shows the victim being repeatedly struck in the head with the metal tumbler, leading to injuries that required staples in her head and placement on concussion watch.
Parents of students in the district expressed outrage and frustration at the school’s handling of the situation, with some reporting previous complaints about the alleged attacker and her threatening behavior. Despite efforts by a security guard and teacher to intervene in the attack, the victim was left visibly bleeding, prompting a brief lockdown of the school as police and first responders arrived on the scene.
The accused student, who had only been at the school for two days before the incident occurred, is facing potential charges of felony aggravated assault. Concerned parents raised questions about the lack of action taken by school officials in response to prior complaints and threats made by the 13-year-old student. Superintendent Todd Bauer addressed the community’s concerns during a school board meeting, vowing to investigate the details leading up to the incident and collaborate with law enforcement to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The emotional toll of the attack was evident as parents shared their experiences of receiving distressing messages from their children who witnessed the violent assault. The community remains shocked by the incident, with many calling for accountability and actions to ensure the safety and well-being of students at Pennbrook Middle School. As the investigation continues, the school community grapples with the aftermath of a harrowing event that has left lasting trauma and unanswered questions.