A teacher assistant at Banks Elementary School in Kinston, North Carolina, is facing serious charges following an alleged assault on a young student under the age of 12.
Authorities say the incident occurred on October 30 and involved Sherrinita Caldwell, 45, who has since resigned from her role at the school.
Incident Details
According to the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office, Caldwell allegedly assaulted a young boy in the school cafeteria, reportedly pulling the student’s arm and pushing his head into a table. Officials state the child sustained minor bruises in the incident.
Security Footage and Investigation
Deputies obtained security footage from Banks Elementary, which reportedly substantiated the accusations and led to Caldwell’s criminal charges. The surveillance video, according to officials, captured enough evidence to support the student’s claims and justified law enforcement’s intervention.
School Response
Lenoir County Schools confirmed that Caldwell was hired in January 2022 as both a teacher assistant and a bus driver. Following the incident, she reportedly submitted her resignation the very next day. School officials have expressed their commitment to maintaining a safe learning environment for all students and emphasized that swift action was taken in light of the allegations.
Charges and Legal Proceedings
Caldwell now faces criminal charges of assault on a child under 12.
