ABC7 Chicago is reporting that the assailants, seven of them, all minors, have been criminally charged according to the Chicago Police Department. The group that stands accused of the beating consists of three 10-year-old boys, one 10-year-old girl, an 11-year-old girl, a 12-year-old boy and one 13-year-old girl.
Hatter says that her son was constantly being bullied and would sometimes be accosted by older schoolchildren. She also accuses the school of failing to address the issue after she made them aware of the harassment.
“For two years, and they have not done a thing,” she said. “They see me coming they will run or tell security to tell me they are not there.”
Back in November, the Chicago Teacher’s Union released the following statement following the attack:
“We’re as saddened as anyone to see parents and students suffer violence. Every family should show up to school knowing they’ll be safe, loved, and cared for and every educator and community member should be equipped with the resources to foster a beloved community.
“What has proven to effectively work to reduce violence in our communities and at schools is exactly what is missing from Bright: safe passage workers, restorative justice coordination, and after-school programming that engages young people and nurtures their interests.
