Berkeley Springs Teacher Charged with Child Abuse at Widmyer Elementary
Widmyer Elementary teacher charged with child abuse in classroom incident
The Morgan Messenger | Wednesday, December 18, 2024
By Staff
A teacher from Widmyer Elementary in Berkeley Springs faces felony child abuse charges after allegedly assaulting a 6-year-old student in the classroom. The charges were brought to light following an investigation by the West Virginia State Police, which revealed disturbing video evidence and required reports to law enforcement. School officials quickly acted by suspending the teacher and notifying the West Virginia Department of Education. This incident, occurring in a local school within close proximity to Jefferson County towns, has raised concerns about student safety and teacher accountability, as highlighted by The Morgan Messenger.
