Bullied teen from Pottstown receives medal for her courage

Saturday, April 13, 2019
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- A teenager from Montgomery County received the National Anti-Bullying Medal of Honor for her courage.

Thirteen-year-old Jasmin Samba says she has been bullied for months by students at Pottstown Middle School.
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Officials say the bullying came to a head when two teenagers opened fire on Samba's home.

Fortunately, no one was injured.
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Saturday, Jasmin was honored on the steps of the Philadelphia Museum of Art by an organization called "Teach Anti-Bullying" for her bravery.

Samba is the 59th recipient of this award.
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