Teen Girl Pepper-Sprays Two Kids, Steals Phones—Then Comes Back for More in Bold Attack!

A teenage girl is accused of attacking two children with pepper spray and stealing their phones in a bold daytime robbery in New Jersey. What’s more disturbing is that officials say she returned just hours later to try the same thing again.

According to the police, the incident happened in the city of Elizabeth, New Jersey. On May 21, around 3:30 PM, the teen approached two minors who were near the intersection of Cherry Street and South Spring Street.

Reports say she sprayed both of them with pepper spray and then took their phones. The victims were clearly shaken and in pain after the incident, but their injuries were not life-threatening. Emergency responders treated them at the scene, and they did not need to go to the hospital.

But that wasn’t the end of it.

Police say the same teenage girl came back to the same area just a few hours later, possibly looking for more targets or even the same victims. She was reportedly walking through the same neighborhood and may have been searching for other kids to rob. Officers arrived at the scene quickly and arrested her before she could repeat the crime.

The teen has not been identified because of her age, but she is now facing several charges, including robbery, aggravated assault, and possession of a weapon (in this case, pepper spray). She was taken into custody and will be held at a juvenile detention center while the investigation continues.

The case has left local parents worried. Many said they were shocked that someone so young could commit such a violent act—and even come back to the scene. One parent from the area told a local news station that it’s frightening to think kids aren’t even safe in broad daylight.

“This is something we never expected,” the parent said. “We send our kids outside thinking they’ll be okay, but this changes everything.”

Police officials are also looking into whether the teen may have committed similar crimes before or if she was working with others. At this time, they believe she acted alone, but they are still reviewing surveillance footage and speaking to witnesses in the area. They are also urging anyone with additional information to contact the Elizabeth Police Department.

The use of pepper spray is legal in New Jersey for self-defense, but using it to commit a crime is considered a serious offense. Under New Jersey law, using pepper spray to harm someone or to help carry out a robbery can lead to felony charges.

Experts say crimes involving teens have been rising in some areas, especially after the pandemic, and many of these incidents involve young people targeting other minors. Law enforcement officers are now focusing more resources on preventing youth crime and providing support systems for both offenders and victims.

This particular case highlights the need for better community awareness and safety education for children. Local schools are now talking about launching programs to teach students how to stay alert and respond in situations like this. Parents are also being encouraged to talk to their kids about personal safety—especially when they are out in public alone or with friends.

As the investigation moves forward, authorities will work with juvenile court officials to decide the next legal steps for the teenage girl. Since she is a minor, the case will most likely remain in juvenile court unless prosecutors push to have it tried in adult court due to the serious nature of the charges.

In the meantime, local residents are asking for more police patrols in the neighborhood, especially during after-school hours when children are outside the most. Police have promised to step up their presence and ensure the area remains safe.

For now, the story serves as a reminder to both parents and children to be cautious, stay alert, and report anything suspicious immediately.