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Parent alleges staff physically abused nonverbal kindergartner at North Duplin Elementary, urges independent investigation
Summary
At the March 3 Duplin County Schools board meeting, parent Vincenzo Vadas said his 5-year-old nonverbal daughter with autism was physically abused at North Duplin Elementary and accused the district of covering up incidents; he urged removal of staff and criminal charges. The board made no immediate public response.
At the Duplin County Schools board meeting on March 3, parent Vincenzo Vadas testified that his 5‑year‑old daughter, a nonverbal kindergartner with stage‑2 autism at North Duplin Elementary, was physically abused by school staff and then suspended when she reacted to the alleged abuse.
"This board has not only allowed this abuse to occur, but has actively overseen its cover up by appointing internal investigators instead of seeking independent accountability," Vadas told the board during the…
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