Teen hazing suspects given 48 hours to turn themselves in
Summary
A group of high school athletes in New York State is required to surrender to authorities following an incident where it's said they threatened and traumatized younger teammates. The students from Westhill High School could face charges for their actions, which have been described as overly aggressive initiation methods or “hazing.”Key Facts
- A group of student-athletes from Westhill High School in New York State allegedly scared and threatened their younger teammates.
- According to reports, they drove the younger players to the woods, where one had a pillowcase put over his head and was locked in a car trunk.
- The authorities have given the suspects 48 hours to turn themselves in or face the possibility of being prosecuted as adults.
- The school district's attorney, Bill Fitzpatrick, says at least 11 students might be involved and at least five younger athletes were targeted.
- The incident reportedly happened on 24 April, with the older students pretending to be lost before leading the others into the forest.
- If the older students turn themselves in, they may face a misdemeanor charge of unlawful imprisonment and could potentially avoid a criminal record.
- If they don't surrender, they could be charged with kidnapping, a felony, and could face up to 25 years in prison if found guilty.
- The school district has cancelled the lacrosse season following this incident.
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