Teenage girls aged 13 and 14 have recently pleaded guilty to a series of disturbing assaults that took place at various locations in Bridgend. The girls admitted to charges of assault, blackmail, and causing actual bodily harm during a hearing at Cardiff Youth Court on April 15.
According to reports, the two girls were involved in multiple attacks that occurred in March this year. The incidents included kicking one victim in the head, resulting in a concussion, demanding another victim to kiss their feet under threat of physical violence, and filming the incidents to use as blackmail leverage. Another victim was left with a bloodied nose after being pushed to the floor.
The assaults occurred at several different locations, including Brynteg Comprehensive, Bridgend College, Pyle railway station, and a leisure centre over the span of March 2 to 4. The severity of the attacks prompted the victims to come forward and seek justice.
During the court proceedings, it was revealed that a 14-year-old from Bridgend pleaded guilty to charges of assault causing bodily harm, common assault, and blackmail. Similarly, a 13-year-old girl from the same area admitted to charges of assault causing bodily harm, common assault, and blackmail as well.
The court has scheduled their sentencing for May 13, with the girls remaining unidentified due to legal reasons. The disturbing nature of these attacks has raised concerns about violence in schools, with thousands of incidents being reported annually in Welsh schools, leading to calls for better support systems for teachers in handling such situations.
In a separate incident presented at Cardiff Youth Court, a teenage boy reportedly confessed to wielding a six-inch knife against another child’s neck in a school bathroom. This incident further underscores the growing issue of violence and aggression among young individuals in educational settings.
As the legal process continues for these cases, it is essential for authorities to address the root causes of such violent behaviour and implement measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The safety and well-being of students and staff in educational institutions must remain a top priority to ensure a conducive learning environment for all.