Long Beach high school surfer allegedly beaten by teammates sues Wilson High School

Key Points:

• William Frey, a 17-year-old Wilson High School surf team member, is suing Long Beach Unified School District after being violently beaten by teammates Owen Keller, Samuel Katz, and Joseph Ziroli in April 2025, following a dispute over Frey's friendship with Keller's younger sister.
• The attackers allegedly broke into Frey's home, assaulted him multiple times, and posted video of the attack on social media; Frey sustained significant injuries and his home suffered over $5,000 in damages.
• Despite a temporary restraining order against the attackers, the school district allegedly failed to enforce it, allowing the accused students to continue attending classes, surf team activities, and senior events, while Frey faced ongoing harassment and threats, including death threats.
• School administrators were notified of the threats and assault but reportedly took minimal action, citing the off-campus nature of the incident, which contributed to Frey’s social isolation and severe mental health issues.
• The lawsuit names the three attackers, their parents, and school officials as defendants, seeking various damages, while Frey has since moved to Santa Barbara and is attending college.