Arlington Police Investigation into Viral Game Incident
May 14, 2025
Updated May 17, 2025 at 1:43 p.m. CDT
Incident Overview
Arlington police said Wednesday no criminal charges will be filed after a viral game for high school students left a 17-year-old critically injured last month.
According to police, the incident occurred on April 21 in a residential neighborhood in the 6500 block of Devine Drive.
The teen, Isaac Leal, was riding through the neighborhood on the back of a Jeep Wrangler when, shortly after the Jeep turned onto Setter Drive, he fell off. Police said Leal was participating in a tag-style game called “senior assassin,” where students try to “eliminate” their peers by squirting them with a water gun.
After Leal fell, police said the driver of the Jeep stopped and 911 was called. Medical personnel responded, and Leal was taken to a hospital.
Investigation and Findings
Breaking News
Isaac Leal(GoFundMe)
Arlington police were then notified on May 3 after a report was filed by Leal’s family, and the department’s traffic division launched an investigation to determine if a criminal offense occurred.
Police officials said through their investigation — and in consultation with the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office — they found no evidence to support that the driver of the Jeep was driving recklessly or intentionally tried to cause Leal to fall off the vehicle.
“This was a tragic accident and our hearts go out to everyone involved,” a police spokesperson said in a statement. “We encourage parents to talk to their kids about viral trends/challenges and to have frank conversations with them about the risks they can present.”
Support for Isaac Leal
A GoFundMe for Leal’s medical expenses can be accessed here.
Conclusion
The incident highlights the importance of being aware of the potential risks associated with viral trends and challenges. It is crucial for parents to have open and honest conversations with their children about the potential dangers of these activities and to encourage responsible behavior.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened to Isaac Leal?
Isaac Leal, a 17-year-old high school student, was critically injured while participating in a viral game called “senior assassin” where students try to “eliminate” their peers by squirting them with a water gun. He fell off the back of a Jeep Wrangler and was taken to a hospital.
Q: Was the driver of the Jeep charged with a crime?
No, the driver of the Jeep was not charged with a crime. The Arlington police investigation found no evidence to support that the driver was driving recklessly or intentionally tried to cause Leal to fall off the vehicle.
Q: How can I support Isaac Leal?
A GoFundMe has been set up to help cover Leal’s medical expenses. You can access it and donate to support him.
Q: What can parents do to prevent similar incidents?
Parents can talk to their kids about viral trends/challenges and have frank conversations with them about the risks they can present. Encourage responsible behavior and awareness of potential dangers associated with these activities.
