Fort Lauderdale, Florida – A disturbing incident unfolded during a routine bus ride home from South Plantation High School, where a 16-year-old girl was reportedly viciously attacked by another student. The altercation began with students throwing objects, leading to a physical confrontation that left the victim, Carlisa Ingram, with visible bruises, cuts, and marks on various parts of her body.
According to Carlisa’s mother, Celisa Ingram, the situation escalated after a series of exchanges between the students on the bus. Despite repeated complaints to school officials about bullying incidents involving her daughter, little action was taken to address the situation prior to the violent episode. In frustration, Ingram expressed disappointment in the school’s handling of the matter, emphasizing the lack of intervention to protect her daughter.
After the attack, both students involved were suspended by the school, although Ingram disputed the suspension letter’s description of the incident as “mutual combat.” She highlighted her daughter’s character, noting that Carlisa is a quiet student with no history of violence, excelling academically with consistent A and B grades.
Seeking justice for her daughter, Ingram took legal action by filing a police report with the Fort Lauderdale Police Department and pursuing restraining orders against the students responsible for the assault. She criticized the Broward County School Board and school transportation for their handling of the situation, expressing her disappointment in the lack of support provided.
In addition to the physical violence, Carlisa has faced ongoing harassment on social media, exacerbating her struggles with social anxiety. Ingram condemned the cyberbullying and expressed concern for her daughter’s well-being amidst the continued attacks. She stressed the importance of accountability for the boy who assaulted Carlisa, hoping that he would face consequences beyond school discipline.
As the family navigates the aftermath of the traumatic incident, they await responses from Broward County Public Schools and the Fort Lauderdale police regarding the situation. The community remains on edge as concerns about school safety and bullying prevention come to the forefront, prompting a critical examination of the support systems in place for students facing similar challenges.