Staff Reports
An 18-year-old autistic Texas teen could lose his sight after being attacked by a friend with a shocking substance.
The mother of the teen, Amy Morgan, expressed her concern over the incident, cautioning that not everyone who appears to be a friend has good intentions. She explained that, due to her son’s autism, they had attempted to vet his friends to the best of their ability, but as he grew older, they wanted to give him more freedom.
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On the day of the attack, the teen had gone out with his friends, only to return home in distress, with a substance reportedly thrown in his face. The substance turned out to be drain de-clogger, which caused severe damage to the teen’s eyes.
The attacker, identified as Brendan Jolly, is facing charges for causing injury to a disabled person. His family issued a statement expressing their remorse over the incident, stating that it was not an act of malicious intent.
The victim’s mother, Amy Morgan, expressed sympathy for the attacker’s family while also stressing the gravity of her son’s injuries. She revealed that her son is currently at home receiving treatment for his eyes, but the potential for permanent damage still looms.
Morgan also expressed her hope that the attacker would face consequences for his actions, without desiring an overly harsh punishment.
The incident has left the victim’s family grappling with the senseless violence that could have been avoided. The ultimate outcome of this tragic event remains uncertain.
The incident serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of being cautious in relationships and the potential consequences of impulsive actions.
Despite the severity of the situation, the victim’s mother is seeking justice without seeking vengeance.
