NYC high schooler denies sexual hazing claims, but says he’s now being bullied: ‘They’re calling me P-Diddy’

A 15-year-old high school student from Brooklyn, Neijee Hunter, found himself at the center of a controversy last year when he was accused of sexually hazing a JV football teammate. However, Hunter maintains that the incident never occurred and that he is now facing relentless bullying from his classmates as a result of the false accusation.

According to Hunter, his entire team has turned against him, with some even going as far as calling him derogatory names and leaving baby oil in his locker. The incident in question allegedly involved Hunter and two other players holding down a teammate, removing his clothes, and touching his private area. The victim’s mother reported the incident, leading to the end of the team’s season, the firing of a coach, and the ostracization of the accused players.

Hunter and his family claim that the incident was blown out of proportion and was simply a case of roughhousing that did not involve any sexual contact or assault. Despite this, the school and authorities took swift action, leading to Hunter and his co-accused being handcuffed and treated like criminals. The charges were eventually dropped in court, but the damage had already been done.

The alleged victim was removed from the school by his mother, while the accused players were allowed to return to class. However, for Hunter, the nightmare continued as he became the target of abuse and harassment at school. He maintained that the incident was a result of harmless horseplay in the locker room after practice, and the alleged victim had initially taken it as such until he decided to fabricate the story.

The bullying and harassment Hunter faced at school, including being called “P-Diddy” in reference to a disgraced rap mogul accused of sexual abuse, have taken a toll on him. His mother, Nathifa Bembrey, expressed her frustration with how the situation was handled, stating that it could have ruined someone’s life over a lie. She criticized the school for not handling the situation better and called for more empathy and understanding from the students.

Despite the turmoil, James Madison High School, where the incident took place, has a rich history with notable alumni such as US Sen. Chuck Schumer and the late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The school has stated that they were unaware of the harassment Hunter faced and that they are investigating the matter to provide support to the student as per school policies.

Overall, the incident at James Madison High School serves as a reminder of the impact false accusations can have on individuals and the importance of handling such situations with care and sensitivity.