Middle School Staffer Under Investigation For Child Sexual Abuse

WASHINGTON, DC — A worker at a northwest DC middle school was placed on leave after police launched an investigation into child sexual abuse allegations at the school. According to a report, the investigation began after an anonymous person reported they were a victim of abuse at Alice Deal Middle School.

Principal Diedre Neal sent a letter to parents informing them that the accused staff member is on temporary leave; however, Neal did not release the gender or age of either the student or staff member, WTOP reports.

The Office of the State Superintendent is aware of the investigation and working with police.