A shocking incident involving Lisa Nicole’s son has sparked widespread concern, raising urgent questions about police conduct and accountability at school events.
The troubling events unfolded on February 22, 2025, at Liberty High School during a youth basketball tournament — an event that should have celebrated teamwork and sportsmanship but instead turned into a distressing ordeal for the Nicole family.
According to Lisa Nicole, the altercation began during a 4th-grade boys basketball game between the Hubbard and Canfield teams.
Tensions escalated among the parents due to what many described as aggressive behavior by a Canfield player toward Hubbard players.
Unfortunately, the situation spiraled out of control when law enforcement became involved.
Lisa Nicole and her oldest son, who attended the game, found themselves at the center of the chaos.
As emotions ran high, both were arrested. But what has shocked the community even more is the disturbing account of how Lisa Nicole’s son was treated by Liberty Police Officer Robert Altier.
In her public statement, Lisa Nicole shared that Officer Altier assaulted her son, choking him, dragging him, and slamming him against a metal door and cement wall.
The incident happened in full view of Lisa, her three youngest children, her sister, and several other bystanders, all of whom were left helpless as they witnessed the traumatic assault.
Lisa Nicole described the encounter as not only physically damaging to her son but also emotionally and mentally scarring for everyone involved.
Her son, still a minor, reportedly suffered visible injuries and lasting psychological distress.
Perhaps most alarming is the fact that there is no video evidence directly showing the officer’s assault.
Lisa Nicole revealed that the specific area where the incident occurred lacked school surveillance cameras, and, notably, Officer Altier’s body camera was turned off at the time.
Available body cam footage from other officers only captured events after the alleged assault had already taken place.
The absence of direct footage has complicated the family’s pursuit of justice.
However, Lisa Nicole and her supporters remain determined to hold those responsible accountable.
Lisa Nicole is urgently appealing to the public for assistance.
She has asked anyone who attended the basketball tournament or accompanying dance event at Liberty High School on February 22 and who may have captured cell phone footage to come forward.
Eyewitness testimony is also being sought to help substantiate her son’s account and expose the handling of the incident.
In addition to gathering evidence, the Nicole family is facing significant legal expenses as they fight to clear their names and pursue justice.
Lisa has requested community support for legal fees through Cash App (\$divalj), with a GoFundMe campaign reportedly in the works.
The response from friends, family, and concerned citizens has been swift and supportive.
Many expressed outrage over the officer’s behavior, questioning how a minor could be subjected to such violent treatment, especially in a school environment.
One commenter, Laurel Castillo, questioned,
“Why was the officer’s body cam turned off? What’s the point of having them if they can just ‘turn them off’ when they feel it’s necessary?”
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Others highlighted concerns over racial profiling, suggesting that Lisa Nicole’s son may have been a victim of systemic bias.
Supporters have urged Lisa to contact organizations such as the NAACP, media outlets including WKBN 27 Youngstown, WFMJ 21, and even platforms like The Shade Room to amplify her story.
