Los Angeles, CA A 12-year-old student tragically died after being struck in the head with a metal water bottle during an alleged bullying incident at a Los Angeles school.
The victim, Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa, was reportedly involved in a confrontation in the hallways of Reseda Charter High School on February 15, 2026.
According to reports, she was attempting to defend her sister from bullies when another student allegedly threw a metal water bottle, striking her in the head.
Immediately after the incident, Khimberly was taken to the hospital. Medical staff initially treated her injuries and discharged her, but she later returned with severe headaches and collapsed due to a brain hemorrhage.
She was rushed to UCLA Children’s Hospital, where she was placed in an induced coma and underwent emergency brain surgery. Despite medical efforts, she passed away on February 25, 2026.
The Los Angeles Police Department has launched a homicide investigation into Khimberly’s death.
School officials and local authorities are cooperating fully with law enforcement to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Friends, family, and members of the community have expressed shock and grief over her death. Memorials and vigils have been held in her honor, with calls for stronger anti-bullying measures and greater accountability in schools.
The Los Angeles Unified School District released a statement expressing condolences to Khimberly’s family and emphasized that student safety is a top priority.
This tragic incident has sparked renewed conversations about school safety and the dangers of bullying, highlighting how quickly ordinary items can become deadly when conflicts escalate.
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