Brashear High School Student Charged In Fight That Sent Teen To Hospital

By: KDKA-TV News Staff

PITTSBURGH (KDKA) - A Brashear High School student is facing charges for an attack that sent a teen to the hospital.

The disturbing fight captured on video Friday shows a student throwing the victim to the ground and stomping on his head repeatedly. The alleged attacker is now facing aggravated assault charges, a Pittsburgh Public Schools spokesperson said.

The victim was knocked unconscious and taken to the hospital. His mother told KDKA he had a concussion and had to wear a back brace.

The district said in a statement Friday the students involved would face disciplinary action and possible charges.

Pittsburgh Public Schools police handled the investigation, a spokesperson said.