viral Social Media post Prompts Police investigation into Alleged Bullying Incident at Calexico Junior High
A disturbing video circulating on social media has sparked a police investigation into an alleged bullying incident involving students at Enrique Camarena Jr. High School in Calexico. The footage, which surfaced online, shows two individuals purportedly assaulting another student, prompting swift action from both the school district and law enforcement authorities.
In a statement released on March 26, 2024, the Calexico Unified School District (CUSD) addressed the incident, acknowledging the receipt of a report from the school regarding the video. According to the statement, the Principal of Enrique Camarena Jr. High School, Diego Romero, promptly contacted the Calexico Police Department (CPD) upon learning of the video's existence. Subsequently, a criminal investigation was initiated by CPD, while the school district commenced its own internal inquiry into the matter.
Due to legal constraints concerning minors and ongoing investigations, specific details regarding the incident and any ensuing actions against the involved students cannot be disclosed at this time. However, CUSD emphasized its commitment to ensuring the safety of students and collaborating closely with law enforcement to address the situation effectively.
Arturo Jimenez, Superintendent of CUSD, conveyed the district's unwavering stance against such reprehensible behavior, emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy towards bullying. He urged the community to report any relevant information or concerns through the district's "Anonymous Tip Line" or directly to the Calexico Police Department.
The video was originally posted by an Instagram user, who, with a big red title on the video, stated, “Let's make it viral. They took it down from here and TikTok. I want all of these 'kids' out of Calexico school district. Let's all make calls to Kiki Camarena Jr. High School and the school.” This action garnered significant attention from the Calexico Unified School District and affiliated Instagram accounts, prompting heightened awareness and public scrutiny.
additionally, a petition online Started by D Lopez gaining over 5362 signatures already titled “Expel Bullies from Enrique Camarena Jr. High School in Calexico, CA” To sign this petition you can follow the link below
www.change.org/p/expel-bullies-from-enrique-camarena-jr-high-school-in-calexico-ca?
In a statement made on social media by Mayor Pro Tem Gilbrto Manzanarez he stated “The Calexico Police Department is already investigating the event as a criminal investigation and for obvious reasons, I can't share any other information aside from that fact. It is my understanding that CUSD is also conducting their own student disciplinary investigation.”
The Calexico Unified School District will also be holding a school board meeting on 3/28/24 at 5 PM held at the District Administrative Board Room | 901 Andrade Ave. Calexico, CA 92231 and will be Discussing the topic. For more information you can visit
www.cusdk12.org/School-Board/Latest-Agendas-Minutes/index.html
As the investigation unfolds, the Calexico community awaits further updates from authorities and the school district. Meanwhile, efforts to address and prevent bullying within schools remain a top priority, reflecting the collective commitment to fostering a safe and supportive educational environment for all students and staff.
Stay tuned for more developments on this story as additional information becomes available.
last updated: 3/27/24