WUSA9 reported that although the exact date of the recording is yet to be determined, the cellphone footage spread across the school on Monday, January 9, 2023.

The video shows a special needs student being approached by another student who then starts verbally abusing the former.

The video shows a special needs student being approached by another student who then starts verbally abusing the former.

The highly inappropriate language included a racial epithet, phrases that were demeaning to the victim, and a threat of intent to harm them.

The video left internet users in shock and fury, with many taking to social media to share their horror. One user, @Tracey Jean 63, called it heartbreaking, stating:

Netizens speak out in support of Severna High School special needs student who was bullied by peers

Netizens speak out in support of Severna High School special needs student who was bullied by peers

As the clip showing the incident spread across the internet, enraged netizens shared their disgust at the actions seen.

Many worried users sympathized with the victim and called the incident a "hate crime." Parents of other children with disabilities were left fearing for their wards.

Outraged internet users rallied for answers about the actions taken by the school.

Outraged internet users rallied for answers about the actions taken by the school.