Missouri Teen's Fundraiser Reaches Six Figures After Suffering Severe Brain Damage in Vicious School Brawl
The highest donation was $10k as many well-wishers sent their hopes for a speedy recovery.
March 14 2024, Published 2:00 p.m. ET
A 15-year-old girl identified as Kaylee Gain has been fighting for her life after her head was repeatedly bashed into the concrete during a brutal school fight near Hazelwood East High School in St. Louis County, Missouri last week.
She has suffered major brain bleeding in addition to swelling and remains in critical condition, according to the person who launched a GoFundMe on behalf of her family to help cover medical costs, RadarOnline.com has learned.
Kaylee's loved ones said they are able to talk with her but "cognitively she still gets stuck on a repetitive loop" so they are helping her through that process.
"She was admitted to one of the local hospitals in Saint Louis with a skull fracture and frontal lobe damage," the fundraiser noted.
Disturbing video footage of the incident showed Kaylee trying to defend herself from another teen girl during a brawl on Friday. She was left alone on the ground to convulse before paramedics arrived at the scene. Officials were called about a fight in progress around 2:30 PM
More than $215k has been raised out of a $500k goal. Four thousand donations and counting have poured in along with well wishes for Kaylee, with the highest being a $10k contribution.
"She was admitted to one of the local hospitals in Saint Louis with a skull fracture and frontal lobe damage," the fundraiser noted.
A second fundraiser, launched by her cousin and confirmed by her family to be legitimate, has raised $5,083 out of its $10,000 goal.
Her family will not know the "extent of the brain damage that has occurred until she wakes up," but they anticipate a tough path to recovery, it was revealed. "Her mother and father are staying by her side night and day hoping to bring her back to the Kaylee they know and love."
RadarOnline.com has learned the suspect was arrested on a first-degree felony charge the following day.
"The doctors want to make sure the incision from her first surgery is completely healed, the risk of infection is low and she is at a good spot mentally before they move forward with that surgery," according to a statement from the family.
Missouri Attorney General Andrew Bailey said the girl responsible for injuring Kaylee should be tried as an adult.
"This evil and complete disregard for human life has no place in Missouri, or anywhere. I am praying for the victim," Bailey posted via X, formerly Twitter. "If the victim dies, that offense should rise to a homicide."
Another girl took Kaylee's head and repeatedly hit it on the pavement during the March 8 brawl which was captured on camera.
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Kaylee's loved ones asked for everyone to keep her in their thoughts and prayers.
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"The overwhelming response from friends, family, and the community has already brought the family to tears," the fundraiser stated. "They offer everyone their deepest gratitude. Thank you for coming together for them in this time of need."
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