Juvenile Arrested for Allegedly Assaulting School Principal in Santa Rosa
SANTA ROSA, CA — A 17-year-old juvenile has reportedly been arrested for allegedly assaulting a high school principal, according to authorities.
In a press release, the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office reported that the assault had taken place near Roseland Collegiate Prep High School in Santa Rosa on the morning of Wednesday, March 26.
Authorities say the suspect entered the school wearing a balaclava over his face and was seen wandering around the campus, prompting concerned school staff to confront him. After this, the suspect left the campus.
When the principal followed the suspect to try and take a picture of him, the suspect allegedly attacked the principal. A bystander nearby intervened and helped restrain the suspect until authorities arrived, the sheriff’s office said.
The principal reportedly sustained minor injuries in the assault.
The suspect was reportedly identified as a former student, and has been arrested on suspicion of battery and battery on a school official.
The suspect had not been armed and there was no indication of intent to commit violence on the school campus, according to authorities. He was treated for minor injuries, issued a citation, and released into the custody of his mother.
