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UTICA, NY—A disturbing incident unfolded at Proctor High School in Utica, New York, when a fight between two students escalated into a stabbing. The altercation, which was captured on video and widely circulated on social media, involved a 17-year-old black student stabbing his 18-year-old Asian classmate in the hand and back, Your Content has learned.
The footage of the brawl shows school staff intervening to stop the violence, with the 18-year-old victim being slammed to the ground in the process. The attack, which occurred on Monday, has left the school and community in shock.
Authorities reported that the victim suffered multiple stab wounds to his back and hands but was fortunate to sustain injuries that were not considered life-threatening. He was promptly taken to a local hospital for treatment following the incident.
The 17-year-old assailant has been charged with attempted assault and weapons possession. Due to his age, he will face these charges in Oneida County Family Court, where the legal proceedings will determine the consequences of his actions,‘according to New York Post.
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