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Woman, 33, and 9-Year-Old Boy Seriously Injured in Group Attack Near Orville T. Bright Elementary

Chicago Public Schools says it is supporting the family after an off-campus assault near the Far South Side campus.

Overview

  • Police say the pair were attacked around 3:10 p.m. while walking in the 10600 block of South Bensley Avenue in South Deering.
  • Both victims were transported to Advocate Trinity Hospital, where they were listed in serious condition.
  • Video widely shared on social media appears to show several school-aged children punching and kicking the victims.
  • Chicago police reported that no one was in custody as detectives continued their investigation on Tuesday.
  • CPS said the incident occurred off school property near Orville T. Bright Elementary and that the district is providing support to the family.