DC police are investigating allegations of sexual abuse at Ballou High School in Section 8.
DC police are investigating allegations of sexual abuse at Ballou High School in Section 8.
According to an incident report, DC police were called last Tuesday about the allegations.
“I was warned by a parent of an LGBTQ Ballou High School student that her child was sexually abused on campus,” Ward 8 Council member Trayon White said in a joint statement with Abdur-Rahim Briggs, chairman of Ward 8 Commission on LGBTQ.
“I contacted the Metropolitan Police Department and they were attentive and responsive. We want to do everything in our power to make sure our youth are safe and hold those responsible accountable,” White said.
“I’m sorry to hear that an alleged assault took place where children are expected to be safe,” Briggs said in the statement. “The Commission will work with Councilor White’s office to support this inquiry.”
A police spokesman told the WTOP that the incident is still under investigation.
“MPD is working with our partners at DCPS to investigate this matter and ensure the safety of all students,” the spokesman said via email.
WTOP has contacted DC Public Schools for a comment.
If you feel you have been the victim of sexual assault or misconduct at Ballou Senior High School or any other Ward 8 school, White’s office can be contacted at 202-724-8045 or by email at [email protected]
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