Yet another unfathomable and disgusting incident at the Anderson Center for Autism in Staatsburg, NY, was reported when a male staff member and resident alien pleaded guilty to torturing an autistic student. The horrific act you may ask? Grabbing and dragging the boy by his testicles. The incident was caught on tape by a whistleblower. The whistleblower has since been fired. The employee was also seen hitting another student with a laptop.
This school has a history of abuse allegations, and this case exposes a deeply disturbing pattern of abuse at this facility which receives millions of dollars in taxpayer funding, raising serious questions about the school’s practice and oversight. The employee is facing 1-3 years in prison and possible deportation. Yet, is this enough for such a heinous act against a student with special needs? Many are arguing that the sentence is far too lenient for such an outrageous act against a disabled child. It is time we demand better protection for our most vulnerable.
If someone you know has been a victim of abuse, contact education law and civil rights attorney Tom Blessing at the law office of Massillamany Jeter & Carson, at 317-576-8580 for a free consultation.
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