St. Louis, Missouri – A brutal assault on a 16-year-old student, Kaylee Gain, near Hazelwood East High School shocked the community earlier this month. The incident left Gain in a coma, with severe brain injuries, after being attacked by a fellow student. Viral videos of the altercation circulated on social media, showing the disturbing encounter where Gain’s head was slammed into concrete, resulting in a skull fracture.
Recently, Gain has shown signs of improvement as she has awakened from her coma. Despite this progress, she struggles with memory loss and does not recall the traumatic events that led to her hospitalization. The Gain family lawyer, Bryan Kaemmerer, shared that Gain has been able to engage in short conversations with her parents and has started speech therapy. Additionally, she has taken a few walks under the supervision of hospital staff as she continues to recover from her injuries.
The family continues to express gratitude for the outpouring of support from the community. Fundraisers have gathered significant financial assistance to help cover the expenses related to Gain’s recovery journey, totaling nearly $450,000. However, the family is also advocating for justice in the case, urging authorities to try the 15-year-old suspect as an adult due to the violent nature of the assault and the devastating impact on Gain.
Concerns have been raised regarding the suspect’s alleged lack of remorse and possible premeditation of the attack, as indicated by social media posts. The Gain family emphasizes the need for accountability and justice through the legal system while discouraging any form of retaliation from others. Kaemmerer clarified misconceptions surrounding the events leading up to the assault, addressing rumors about the family’s involvement and highlighting a previous altercation that resulted in suspensions for both Gain and another student.
Despite challenges around communication due to Gain’s condition, the family remains committed to seeking justice while emphasizing the importance of a fair legal process without resorting to retribution. The community’s support and advocacy for Gain’s recovery and pursuit of justice continue to be crucial as she progresses in her healing journey.