Parents reported their two 13-year-old sons to authorities after the boys assaulted a man who was using a jacuzzi at a residential apartment complex in San Bernardino, California. The incident occurred on Sunday, August 23, 2026, and police were notified at approximately 14:23:57 UTC.
San Bernardino police responded to the scene at the apartment complex where a man was relaxing in the shared jacuzzi. According to the report, the two teenagers, both aged 13, approached the man and physically assaulted him. No further details about the nature of the assault or any injuries were released.
Following the event, the parents of the teenagers turned their sons over to law enforcement. The decision to involve police was made by the parents after learning of their sons' involvement in the attack. Law enforcement officials took the boys into custody for processing.
The case underscores the involvement of minors in violent incidents and the role of parents in reporting such behavior to authorities. The San Bernardino police department confirmed that the investigation is ongoing and that appropriate legal actions will be pursued based on the findings.
The apartment complex where the assault took place is a residential setting that includes shared amenities such as the jacuzzi. Management of the complex has not issued a statement regarding the incident.
Authorities are handling the matter in accordance with standard procedures for juvenile offenses. The parents' decision to report their children has been noted as part of the official record.
The incident remains under investigation, and further updates will be provided as the case progresses.