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Wednesday, November 27, 2024

School Faces Criticism Over Handling Abuse

Published: 2024-10-27

In Hochfelden, a primary school is under scrutiny following allegations of sexual misconduct between students.

Parents of the alleged victim, a younger child, have expressed dissatisfaction with the school's response, feeling unsupported.

The incident reportedly involves a significant age difference between the children, raising concerns about safety and supervision.

The school claims to have taken immediate action by coordinating with external experts and maintaining communication with the families involved.

However, the parents remain critical, seeking more concrete measures to prevent future incidents.

The case is currently under investigation by the youth prosecutor's office, with the school awaiting further guidance on the next steps.