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CT Teacher Who Described Making Noose Placed On Leave: Report

School officials said a New London teacher who allegedly described in detail how to make a noose has been placed on leave.

NEW LONDON, CT – School officials said a New London High School history teacher who allegedly described in detail how to make a noose has been placed on leave, according to the New London Day. School officials said a teacher has been temporarily assigned to take over his classes.

According to the New London Day, an independent investigator will look into allegations that the teacher, Fred Driscoll, made racially insensitive comments in his classroom. School officials did not comment to the Day on whether any action was taken against the teacher.

Read the full story at the New London Day.

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