St. Louis, Missouri – A St. Louis teenager involved in a brutal assault seen in a viral video has shown signs of improvement, breathing on her own and remaining stable by Friday. Kaylee, 16, suffered severe injuries, including a fractured skull and life-threatening brain swelling, after an attack on March 8 near Hazelwood East High School in Spanish Lake, located just outside St. Louis.
According to an update on her GoFundMe page, Kaylee’s condition has improved, with the news that she is now breathing on her own and has been moved out of the ICU. The family expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support and prayers they have received.
The teenager had not regained consciousness in the following days after the assault, as stated by the family’s attorney, Bryan Kaemmerer. A 15-year-old girl was arrested in connection with the incident and faced assault charges in St. Louis County Family Court.
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey launched an investigation into the Hazelwood School District following the attack. Bailey expressed concerns about the district’s safety protocols and how programs related to diversity, equity, and inclusion may have contributed to the violent incident.
In a letter to Hazelwood School District Superintendent Dr. Nettie Collins-Hart, Bailey raised issues about the district’s compliance with Missouri law and prioritization of political narratives over student safety. The investigation aims to shed light on the circumstances leading to the assault and assess the school district’s response to such incidents.
The community awaits further developments as authorities delve into the events surrounding the attack on the St. Louis teen. The case has sparked discussions on school safety and the importance of upholding laws to protect students from harm.