A violent altercation at Jehue Middle School attracted civil rights leaders and media attention as educators and community members called for accountability. A video showing a male Latino student restraining a Black female student during a physical fight played a central role in the incident, which provoked outrage among parents and local leaders. Both students, who are 14-year-old eighth-graders, were cited for their involvement, with the girl facing felony assault charges. The episode reflects deeper issues concerning school safety, discrimination, and the need for effective intervention in student conflicts.
What happened to her should not happen to anyone, said Najee Ali, a social and political activist who appeared at the news conference. Expel him.
Colton police issued a news release announcing that the combatants, both 14-year-old eighth-graders, had been cited and described the incident as chaotic.
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