After allegedly being attacked by the mother of another student at Brentwood High School, 14-year-old Madison Evans needed 17 stitches, her family said.
Suffolk County Police said Toni Monroe, 35, saw her 15-year-old daughter arguing with a 14-year-old girl as they were leaving school at approximately 11 a.m. on August 12, according to WABC. Monroe then struck the girl multiple times with a metal Stanley Cup water bottle, according to police.
“She told her daughter to give her the cup, Jazia threw a punch, I threw a punch, and her mom jumped in and was beating me with the cup multiple times,” Evans told News 12.
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“Her mom just came in and started beating me with the cup,” Evans also told WABC. “I took my head because I saw blood dripping. I took my head and I saw blood all over my hands.”
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Evans is seen arguing with the other student, a 15-year-old girl in a purple shirt, in a video captured by her cousin, Tyleen Smith. Security initially did everything they could to keep them apart, but then Monroe asked her daughter to “Give me your Stanley.”
The video then shows Monroe, dressed in a yellow tank top, beginning to hit Evans. Security requested backup but was unable to prevent the injuries that occurred.
According to police, a school security guard broke up the altercation, and Monroe was arrested in the parking lot shortly afterward.
Monroe is charged with second-degree assault and endangering the welfare of a kid. Her attorney said in court on Wednesday that Monroe was at the school to speak with the principal concerning her daughter’s constant bullying.
Monroe was given a GPS-tracking ankle device and released under an order of protection.
Evans’ guardian, Shameakca Forney, described the emotional toll of the incident to News 12, saying, “It is sad, like when I saw her in the ambulance, I had the emotion, like so upset, like I am right now.”
Forney also said to WABC, “She could’ve died. Anything could’ve happened to her, more than just being hit over the head and having 17 stitches.”
“As a mom, you’re supposed to diffuse the situation and take your daughter away to see what’s going on, instead of attacking a kid with a cup,” Evans’ cousin added.
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The school sent a statement to the community:
“We are aware of the incident that occurred yesterday during dismissal involving two students and a parent. The safety and well-being of our students is always our highest priority, and this type of behavior is unacceptable and will not be tolerated in our schools.
“The matter was immediately reported to law enforcement, and the individual involved was taken into custody.
“While we cannot share additional details due to student privacy laws, please know that we are cooperating fully with the authorities and taking all appropriate steps to support the students and families involved. Our counselors and staff are also available to provide any necessary support to students who may have been impacted.
“Brentwood is a strong and caring community, and we will continue to work together to ensure our schools remain safe, respectful places where every child can learn and thrive.
“Thank you for your understanding, partnership, and support.”
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