Peter Bennedum, a 45-year-old man, is expected to be removed from life support following a brutal and senseless attack by a group of five teenagers in upstate New York. The assault has left the community in Binghamton reeling as investigators look into the disturbing motivations behind the violence. Authorities have confirmed that Bennedum suffered severe injuries to his head and body after being assaulted by the group, leaving him in critical condition.
Per the NY Post, the investigation into this true crime has uncovered a chilling connection to online culture. Police Capt. Matthew Hodnik described the assault as a heinous act that appears linked to a social media trend. According to Hodnik, there is a recent push in social media that involves recording attacks of unhoused, narcotic, or drug-addicted individuals on the street.
