San Jose high schooler, staff member assaulted by group of students
May 12, 2026
Four San Jose high school students assaulted a fellow student and a school staff member Monday afternoon, according to police.
The assault happened at about 12:45 p.m. at Leigh High School in the city’s Cambrian neighborhood, according to police.
Police said four 16- and 17-year-old boys ini
tially assaulted a 15-year-old boy. The group then assaulted a school employee when he tried to break up the altercation.
The 15-year-old boy complained of pain but declined medical treatment, police said.
All parents or guardians were notified, according to police.
An investigation is ongoing.
NBC Bay Area reached out to the Campbell Union High School District for comment but did not immediately hear back. ...read more read less