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By: Staff Reporter

The Niagara Reporter initially reported on an incident that allegedly occurred in the Town of Clarence on December 12th, 2020.

Part of that reporting included posting a disturbing video is making the rounds on social media of a teenager allegedly being beat up and thrown out of a window by other individuals. However, the video has been taken down on YouTube. A link to the full video can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/niagaraaction/videos/757516221517576. However, viewer discretion is advised.

 

 

After responding to initial reports, Sheriff Howard announced Deputies are investigating the alleged assault.

A full press release by the Erie County Sheriff’s Office can be found below:

 

 

Clarence High School Principal Kenneth Smith posted the following message on the district’s schoology platform. In the statement, he confirmed the victim was a student.

 

 

The Niagara Reporter learned additional details of the victim’s injuries. This includes that the child was found in the woods when police arrived, he suffered brain damage, a collapsed lung, and a cracked skull.

The Niagara Reporter will update the situation as it evolves.