The story continues in the death of a 15-year-old girl who committed suicide after being sexually assaulted by three teenage males, according to the Los Angeles Times.
According to KGO-TV, a local ABC affiliate in California, two of the three teens were escorted out of class Thursday by authorities. The other was arrested at a separate school. They are being held in a juvenile detention center and each is expected to be charged with two counts of felony sexual battery and one misdemeanor sexual battery.
Authorities say the three 16-year olds allegedly took advantage of Audrie Pott at an un-chaperoned house party. Pott committed suicide a few days after posting to Facebook about her tragic experience. The boys posted pictures they took during the attack and showed them to fellow school mates.
“"They took pictures of me. My life is ruined. This is the worst day ever," Pott posted on Facebook a few days before her death.
"What happened to Audrie was tragic. It should never have happened. I hope they are brought to justice," said Lauren Cerri, the Pott family lawyer. "She had no idea what occurred until she woke up the following morning and had some drawings on her body and in some private areas.”
The first two suspects attended Saratoga High School, according to the LA Times. The third suspect previously attended SHS but switched to Christopher High School in Gilroy, California.
The Los Gatos-Saratoga school district, home to SHS, released a statement concerning the incident and the ongoing investigation:
"Collaborating with our parents, students, staff and community we will continue to work diligently to maintain a positive climate at our high schools based on respect, responsibility, and open communication that discourages cyber bullying and inappropriate conduct.”
In honor of the teenage girl, her family created the Audrie Pott Foundation. It will provide help and counseling services to teens that are in need. According to MercuryNews.com, The foundation will also offer scholarships for two of Audrey’s favorite activities—music and art.
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