LINDEN, NJ – A disconcerting video featuring several Linden High School students led to immediate suspensions and an ongoing police investigation, according to local authorities.
Police did not elaborate on the details of the video, but it was confirmed that it was an incident involving a group of students against one.
The incident happened at approximately 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, at the Speedway gas station located on W. St. George Ave. Linden Police Department has received numerous calls about a video circulating online that captures the event.
Three individuals involved were promptly identified as students from Linden High School and have been suspended.
The victim, also identified, sustained minor injuries and was released to his parents.
Given the nature of the event, officers plan to maintain a presence in the vicinity of the school during morning hours and at dismissal. The department also stated they will continue their collaborative efforts with school administrators and faculty to preempt similar occurrences.
Individuals with any information pertaining to this incident are urged to contact the Juvenile Aid Bureau at (908) 474-8520 or to share tips anonymously via email at crimetips@lpdnj.org.