On Wednesday morning in East New York, a 14-year-old boy was confronted by three teens who demanded he remove his facemask, leading to a violent assault where he was slashed across the mouth and hand, highlighting the dangers teenagers face in public spaces.
The incident occurred around 8:50 a.m. near Van Siclen Avenue and Wortman Avenue, showcasing a troubling trend of youth violence in the area, with police noting that the victim recognized one of his attackers from school.
Following the assault, police apprehended two suspects at P.S. 166, emphasizing the importance of community vigilance and police response to incidents of violence among adolescents in urban areas.
This attack not only raises concerns about safety for young individuals in their neighborhoods but also brings attention to a broader issue of bullying and peer aggression occurring in schools.
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