Five people are in custody after they allegedly attacked a high school basketball player during a game at Cooper High School in Minneapolis on Tuesday.
According to KSTP, five people, including three adults and two juveniles entered the school while a varsity boys basketball game against Fridley High School was happening. Just after the game started, the suspects assaulted a Fridley player on the bench using a pipe.
Five people are in custody after they allegedly attacked a high school basketball player during a game at Cooper High School in Minneapolis on Tuesday.Â
According to KSTP, five people, including three adults and two juveniles entered the school while a varsity boys basketball game against Fridley High School was happening. Just after the game started, the suspects assaulted a Fridley player on the bench using a pipe.
The individuals were not Cooper High School or RAS students, according to district officials.
Student resource officers moved the student-athletes to a safe place, and the gym was placed on lockdown after the incident was under control.Â
District officials told KSTP that the suspects left the gym by vehicle and were pursued by New Hope Police. The pursuit led to the suspect's vehicle leaving the road, and the three adults and two juveniles were placed in custody.Â
Police say the attack was not random, but the school affiliations of those involved are still unclear.Â
“We remain committed to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for our school community," read a letter from Robbinsdale Area Schools. "If your student has concerns or needs support following this incident, CHS Care and Support staff are available to help.”
