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Minor Arrested in Edinburg IDEA Campus Bullying Case After Viral Video
Student claims incident was retaliation; charges could rise to Class A misdemeanor with jail time and fines.
Published April 18 2025
Minor Arrested in Edinburg IDEA Campus Bullying Case After Viral Video
Police Say Violence and Harassment Will Not Be Tolerated as Investigation Continues
A student has been arrested in connection with a violent bullying incident at an IDEA campus in Edinburg, which gained widespread attention after video footage of the altercation went viral on social media.
According to police, the accused student claimed the attack was retaliation for a previous incident in which the victim allegedly slapped the suspect’s sister with a knife.
Case May Lead to Class A Misdemeanor
Though charges are still pending, investigators say the case could be elevated to a Class A misdemeanor, which carries up to one year in jail and a $4,000 fine if prosecuted to the fullest extent.
Authorities Speak Out Against School Violence
“Violence and harassment will not be tolerated in our schools—whether it’s in person or online,” said a spokesperson with the Edinburg Police Department.
School officials and law enforcement are working together to determine appropriate consequences and ensure student safety moving forward.
📞 Anyone with further information is asked to contact Edinburg PD or IDEA Public Schools administration.
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