Moms Fight Back Against Teen Violence

For over a year, a group of teens called the "Gilbert Goons" had been harassing and assaulting other teens. They'd record their attacks and post them online, often using brass knuckles and other weapons. These attacks continued even after one teen, Preston Lord, died from his injuries. The police and schools didn't seem to do much about it. That's when some moms stepped in.

Kristine Brennan, Katey McPherson, and Angela Rogers are just a few of the moms who decided enough was enough. They started investigating the attacks and sharing what they found online. They also went to the city council to demand action. Their efforts helped lead to arrests and tougher laws. But the violence hasn't stopped completely. These moms believe that violence is just a symptom of a bigger problem. They think that many teens are suffering from mental health issues, and that social media and the pandemic have made things worse. They want the whole community to come together to help these troubled teens.

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