The Salem County Prosecutor's Office says four juveniles have been charged with aggravated assault, conspiracy to commit aggravated assault, criminal restraint, hazing, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and related offenses.
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Officials say the incident involved the Arthur P. Schalick High School Wrestling Team in the Pittsgrove Township School District .
According to investigators, several juveniles allegedly stripped the victim in a shower area of the school, restrained the victim and threatened to assault the victim with a broomstick.
"Exercising an abundance of caution to protect the rights of the victim, the rights of the juveniles involved and the sanctity of this investigation I cannot make any other comments nor can I answer any questions at this time. We must remember, as in all cases where charges are filed, these juveniles are considered innocent unless and until adjudicated delinquent in a court of law," Salem County Prosecutor John T. Lenahan said in a statement.
Earlier, the Pittsgrove Township School District said administrators were working with law enforcement.
The district assured parents that internal action has already been taken, and no students are currently at risk.
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The New Jersey State Police are continuing to investigate.
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