Southwest High School Band Director Assaulted After Confronting Trespassers

Incident Overview

• 🎯 A band director, Jeffrey Demag, was assaulted after confronting individuals climbing on a fixed tower in the Southwest High School parking lot.
• 🗓️ The incident occurred just before 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 12th.

Confrontation and Attack

• 🗣️ Demag told officers he approached four young people about the trespassing.
• 🚶‍♂️ One individual reportedly knocked his phone out of his hand, and Demag followed them for two blocks.
• 🤕 During the pursuit, the band director was attacked.

Investigation and School Response

• 🏫 The Southwest High School principal stated that young individuals, not believed to be students, are responsible.
• ⚖️ Both police and school administration are actively investigating to hold those responsible accountable.

Band Director's Statement and Recovery

• 💬 Demag declined an interview but issued a statement calling it a "terrible incident" and not reflective of the school community.
• 🙏 He is currently healing at home after a hospital visit and expressed excitement to rejoin students, parents, teachers, and admin.
• 🌟 Former students, including Preston Moore, expressed well wishes and prayers for the band director's recovery.