A teenager has been arrested in Palm Coast, Florida, after beating up a school worker for confiscating her video game console. The 17-year-old, large juvenile knocked the victim unconscious after punching and kicking her several times. He was arrested and charged with felony assault. The incident took place at Matanzas High School in Flagler County. The community has been shocked by the event, especially after local police distributed a video of the assault, which shows the large size difference between the assailant and the victim.
The school employee reportedly confiscated the teenager’s Nintendo Switch, prompting his violent reaction. The assailant slammed the worker to the ground and hit her several times with punches and kicks, knocking her unconscious. Several people had to intervene to reduce the aggressor and prevent him from continuing to attack the victim.
The video of the assault has been widely shared on social networks, despite its violent and graphic content. The assailant was charged with aggravated assault and placed in the hands of the Department of Juvenile Justice. The community has expressed shock at the event and called for measures to be taken to ensure the safety of school workers and prevent future assaults.