Overview
- On Monday near Orville T. Bright Elementary, a group of school-aged youths attacked Corshawnda Hatter, 33, and her 9-year-old son, and both were hospitalized in serious condition.
- Hatter says the assault followed two years of bullying reports to Chicago Public Schools, which called the video “horrifying” and increased safety presence around the campus.
- The mayor’s office confirmed relocating the family and said a school transfer for the child is being explored, with community groups engaged to help ensure safe passage.
- Chicago police said Area Two detectives are analyzing video to identify the minors involved, and no arrests or charges had been announced as of Thursday.
- Community support includes donations and offers of assistance from local residents and public figures, while a separate viral clip shows a parent confronting a child allegedly involved in the attack.