Solon Boy Attacks Mother Over Video Game Restrictions

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A 17-year-old Solon boy allegedly attacked his 41-year-old mother after she tried to restrict his video game privileges. The mother called police, who took the teen to his grandmother's home while waiting for him to be admitted into a juvenile diversion program. The case will be referred to Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the potential for domestic violence to occur when parents attempt to set reasonable limits on their children's screen time and gaming habits. It also underscores the importance of early intervention and diversion programs to address such issues before they escalate.

The details

According to the police report, the mother called officers at 11:10 a.m. on February 7th, stating that she and her son were in an argument after she tried to restrict his video game privileges. The boy then became physical with his mother. Police spoke to both parties and decided to take the 17-year-old to his grandmother's home while waiting for him to be admitted into a juvenile diversion program. The case will be referred to Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court.

• The incident occurred at 11:10 a.m. on February 7, 2026.

What’s next

The 17-year-old boy will be admitted into a juvenile diversion program, and the case will be referred to Cuyahoga County Juvenile Court.