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-Information courtesy the Vance County Sheriff’s Office and Vance County Schools
On December 12, 2019, the Vance County Sheriff’s Office responded to a complaint by Vance County Schools regarding the Assault on a juvenile by a law enforcement officer. The Vance County Sheriff’s Office reviewed the videotape and referred the matter to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation.
The Deputy involved in the matter was placed on administrative leave pending the investigation by the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation.
Vance County Schools released this statement regarding the incident:
We are aware of the incident that occurred at Vance County Middle School involving a school resource officer. We are deeply concerned about the actions that took place.
School and district officials are working closely and in full cooperation with the local authorities to address this matter consistent with school board policy and state laws. The safety of our students has been and continues to be of the utmost importance to our district.
Should you have further questions, please direct those to the Vance County Sheriff’s Office.
