
Four Lethbridge teens charged in connection to aggravated assault
LETHBRIDGE, AB – The Lethbridge Police Service (LPS) has laid charges against four youths following an aggravated assault in the city.
At approximately 10:35 a.m. on Friday, February 17, 2023, the LPS says a 15-year-old boy was in the parking lot of a fast food restaurant in the 1900 block of 3 Avenue South when he was approached by four teens.
According to police, the victim was struck multiple times with a tire jack and repeatedly kicked after he fell to the ground. LPS officials say the victim’s shoes were stolen, and the suspects reportedly fled the scene on foot.
Staff at the restaurant assisted the victim until EMS arrived. Police say he was taken to hospital with extensive head injuries.