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Shocking Incident of School Bus Assault on 9-Year-Old Girl Caught on Video

Video Shows Brutal Assault of 9-Year-Old Girl on School Bus in Florida

February 3, 2023

In a shocking incident, a video of two students mercilessly assaulting a 9-year-old girl on a school bus in Florida has surfaced online. The disturbing footage shows the two boys repeatedly hitting the girl as she tries to defend herself. Despite the presence of other students and adults on the bus, no one intervened to stop the brutal attack.

The girl’s mother is pressing charges against the school, Coconut Palm K-8 Academy in Homestead, and is pursuing criminal charges against the attackers. The mother stated that this is not the first time her children have been victims of bullying within the district. She wants to take action to ensure that no other parent has to experience the same situation.

Another mother, who wished to remain anonymous, expressed her disappointment with the increasing violence in schools and called on parents to pay more attention to their children to prevent such acts of violence.

Miami-Dade County Public Schools has announced that the offender has been arrested and will be charged accordingly. The school district also emphasized that the safety and well-being of students is of utmost importance and is continuing to investigate the incident. The school district had earlier stated that the month of February would be dedicated to spreading kindness and compassion.

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The incident at Coconut Palm K-8 Academy in Homestead is a harsh reminder of the increasing violence in schools. If you or someone you know has faced a similar situation, it is important to take action. Consulting with an education lawyer from EducationLawyers.com could be a great step towards ensuring the safety and well-being of students in educational institutions. Don't let bullying and violence go unnoticed, stand up for your rights and seek the help of an expert.