[wiggen]

12 years old. They can do incredibly stupid things. You can do the damage of an adult with the conscience of a child.

[NorthMountain]

12 years old. They can do incredibly stupid things.

12 years old is more than old enough to know that boiling-hot water is bad ju-ju.

[glennaro]

I understand and agree with your point, Wiggen. If I was hearing the case I certainly wouldn't convict her of attempted murder or even attempted manslaughter, but I think this is more than just an "assault" ... but perhaps under state law that is the proper charge.

Prayers for this seriously injured young girl to recover completely with as little physical and mental discomfort as can be provided. Very sad all around, indeed.

[KittyKares]

“12 years old. They can do incredibly stupid things.”

Not THAT stupid. A 12 year old would know that at the very least, it would hurt like all hell. I’m sure she would never consider putting her finger into a pot of boiling water.