A 14-year-old wrestler in Illinois has been charged with assault after he sucker punched an opponent earlier this month after losing a match, police said Friday.
reported that the suspect attacked his opponent out of frustration after losing the match. Police told the suspect and his family were cooperating with their investigation.
The incident took place at the 2023 Beat the Streets Developmental FS Tournament. The two athletes were competing in the final round of their category.The victim won the match 14-2, but when the referee invited the two players to shake hands at the center of the mat, the suspect struck his unsuspecting opponent directly in the face.
"We are relieved to know that the young man injured is recovering, and we have taken the necessary actions to let the authorities determine next steps."
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