Massachusetts Trans Teen Attacked at Party, Police Investigate Hate Crime

Sixteen-year-old Jayden Tkaczyk was beaten by a group of teens, suffering serious injuries; officials are treating the incident with utmost seriousness.

Jayden Tkaczyk, 16, was attacked by a large group of teens at a party in Gloucester, Massachusetts.
The attackers used homophobic slurs during the assault, causing severe injuries to Jayden.
Police are investigating the incident as a possible hate crime and have assigned a civil rights-trained detective.
Jayden has faced ongoing bullying for his transgender identity, including threats from former football teammates.
Local LGBTQ+ organizations and school officials have condemned the attack and are calling for accountability.