Crime & Safety

Court Continues Case for Former Bethel Teacher Accused of Sexual Assault

The New Fairfield man will next appear in court in May.

The former Bethel school teacher accused of sexual assault was granted a straight continuance this week, the News Times reports.

Brian Stroh, 30, of New Fairfield was charged with three counts of fourth-degree sexual assault and three counts of risk of injury to a minor.

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According to State Police, Stroh allegedly had inappropriate contact with three children aged 6, 9 and 11.

Stroh was expected to offer a plea on Tuesday but his appearance was waived, the paper reports. He will return to court May 6.

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