On Friday, at the College Point Collaborative Middle School in Queens, two female students released pepper spray in the cafeteria around midday, leading to chaos and injuries. In total, 24 individuals, including 20 students and four staff members, were treated for symptoms such as eye irritation and difficulty breathing. The injured individuals were promptly taken to NewYork-Presbyterian Queens Hospital. Although the girls, aged 12 and 13, were apprehended, they were later released to their parents without facing any charges, drawing attention to the serious implications of such actions in a school setting.
The chaotic incident at College Point Collaborative Middle School occurred at approximately 12:45 p.m. when two students unleashed pepper spray, affecting 24 individuals in total.
Authorities stated that 20 students and four staff members suffered injuries, primarily eye irritation and respiratory issues, requiring treatment at a local hospital.
Despite the chaos and harm caused by the pepper spray event, the two perpetrators, aged 12 and 13, were not charged and were released to their parents.
The police confirmed it was an unfortunate incident that led to significant distress among students, highlighting the potential dangers of unregulated access to harmful materials.
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