St. Louis, Missouri (CNN) – A Missouri family is reeling after their teenage daughter, Kaylee Gain, was seriously injured during a fight near a St. Louis high school 10 days ago. Gain, a 16-year-old student at Hazelwood East High School, suffered a fractured skull and has not yet regained consciousness, according to a statement from the family’s attorney, Bryan Kaemmerer.
The disturbing incident was captured on video, showing Gain being punched, thrown to the ground, and repeatedly hit in the head by another teenage girl. The video also shows her head being slammed against a concrete sidewalk several times. It remains unclear what led to the altercation, and police have not publicly identified the individuals involved.
Last week, a 15-year-old girl was arrested and charged with assault in connection to the incident. The St. Louis County Police Department confirmed the arrest and stated that the suspect was being held in St. Louis County Family Court. Gain’s family has urged for no retaliation against anyone potentially involved, emphasizing their focus on Kaylee’s recovery.
The Hazelwood School District, where Gain is a student, expressed their sadness over the incident, calling it a tragedy and highlighting the need to address bullying and fighting in the community. A GoFundMe page has been set up in support of Gain and her family as they navigate this difficult time.
As the community awaits updates on Gain’s condition and the investigation unfolds, the family’s plea for justice and support underscores the urgent need to address and prevent violence among young people. The road to recovery for Kaylee Gain remains uncertain, but her family remains hopeful for her eventual healing.