Auckland, New Zealand – A school in Auckland, New Zealand is reeling from shock and outrage after one of its students was brutally attacked by a group of teenagers. The Marcellin College Board of Trustees expressed deep sadness and condemned the violent assault, vowing to take a stance against bullying and harassment within the school community.
The victim, a boy, was targeted and assaulted by around 10 to 15 teenagers from Māngere College as he got off the bus on Bader Drive in Māngere and was chased to the car park behind McDonald’s. The brutal incident left the boy with serious injuries, landing him in the hospital, where he received medical care. The school confirmed that the Ministry of Education has been informed about the incident, and they have been providing support to the victim’s family and affected students and staff.
Marcellin College’s Board of Trustees, together with Māngere College’s board chair, acting principal, local authorities, and the police, are working together to address the matter and ensure appropriate action is taken. Security measures have been heightened to prioritize the safety of students and staff, and the schools are determined not to let the incident undermine their values of respect, diversity, and inclusion.
Witnesses or anyone with information about the incident has been urged to come forward and assist the police in their investigation. Both schools are cooperating with law enforcement to identify those involved and bring about a resolution as swiftly as possible.
The victim’s mother expressed gratitude to a couple who intervened and helped her son, emphasizing that her son was a Māngere native. As the investigation continues, police are patroling the Māngere town center, and students have been advised to seek alternative routes home until the situation is resolved.
The assault has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting a collective call for justice and accountability, as authorities work to ensure the safety and well-being of all students.