Five Youths Arrested After Violent Assault on 13-Year-Old in Kelowna

The attack, captured on video and shared widely, involved a group of 30 teens and left the victim with serious injuries.

The assault occurred on September 27 at Boyce-Gyro Beach Park in Kelowna, British Columbia, where a 13-year-old girl was beaten unconscious.
Five youths have been identified as primary aggressors, with three arrested and released on strict conditions as the investigation continues.
The attack was premeditated, with teens surrounding the victim and filming the incident, which has been widely circulated online.
The victim's father reported that his daughter's phone was stolen during the attack, preventing her from calling for help.
Local authorities are collaborating with community partners to develop early intervention strategies for at-risk youth.