Lawsuits Filed in Wake of Wall High School Football Hazing Scandal
Wall Township, NJ – In the aftermath of a disturbing hazing scandal that led to the suspension of Wall High School’s football season, two victims have filed separate lawsuits against the Wall Board of Education. Over three years ago, the scandal, which involved juvenile charges against several players and resulted in the dismissal of coaches and school officials, shocked the local community.
The lawsuits, filed in state Superior Court in Monmouth County, allege that the Board of Education failed to protect students from a history of abusive behavior by teammates. They cite the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination, holding the board accountable for violations related to participation in the football program.
Both suits reference recorded incidents of abuse where victims were restrained while teammates subjected them to humiliating acts, including attempts of sexual assault using a broom handle. One suit specifically details an incident from October 27, 2021, asserting that no adult supervision intervened despite the serious nature of the harassment.
Board President James Malif confirmed the Board became aware of one of the lawsuits during a recent meeting and declined to comment further, deferring to the board’s legal counsel. The scandal had unraveled the competitive football environment at Wall, culminating in the cancellation of key games amid growing revelations of misconduct.
Initial investigations led to juvenile charges where several players admitted to lesser offenses, ultimately cleansing their records. Victims’ attorney Austin Tobin expressed hopes that these lawsuits would prompt significant changes within the Wall school administration, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to ensure student safety and prevent such incidents from recurring.
The legal proceedings continue to unfold, as both lawsuits seek unspecified damages while holding school officials accountable for their roles in the horrifying incidents.
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