In a shocking incident in Seattle, Washington, a group of teenage girls were reportedly targeted, robbed, and verbally assaulted due to their perceived white privilege.
The assailants, a group of children ranging from seven to seventeen years old, included a seven-year-old armed with a hatchet.
According to American Military News, the incident unfolded on a Seattle Metro Bus on Wallingford Avenue North. The victims, all 15-year-old girls, were accosted by a group of 10 to 15 juveniles. The confrontation escalated to the point where the girls felt compelled to disembark at North 82nd Street. However, the young suspects pursued them, hurling insults and demanding money.
In an alarming turn of events, a seven-year-old among the suspects brandished a hatchet, threatening the group of teenage girls. "A 7-year-old armed with a hatchet is a very alarming thing," stated Eric Muoz, a detective with the Seattle Police Department. As this unfolded, another suspect, who was reportedly carrying a baby, pilfered money from one of the teenager's handbags.
The victims managed to escape their assailants and sought refuge in a nearby ice cream shop, where they reported the incident to the authorities. The juveniles, however, continued to pursue them, especially when they noticed the girls using their phones.
Despite the severity of the incident, the King County Prosecutors Office has indicated that even if the suspects are identified, they may not face charges due to their age. Citing state law RCW 9A.04.050, they explained, "Children under the age of eight years are incapable of committing crime." This law could potentially shield the seven-year-old suspect from legal repercussions. However, The Post Millennial reported that Child Protective Services could be notified if the juveniles are identified.
This incident raises serious questions about the safety of public transportation and the enforcement of law and order, particularly when the suspects are minors.
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