Ex-Teacher Accused of Sexually Assaulting Students in GR

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Despite these safeguards, a former Grand Rapids elementary school teacher passed the hiring process, secured a position, and is now alleged to have abused at least four students while employed.

Former Grand Rapids Teacher Under Fire in Abuse Case

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According to FOX 17, 57-year-old former Grand Rapids elementary school teacher George Marshall has been charged with ten counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct. Marshall worked at Hope Academy of West Michigan until a student came forward and reported the alleged misconduct.

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Detectives with the Grand Rapids Police Department initially identified three victims, but four additional students later came forward with similar allegations. Investigators believe there may be more children who were abused by Marshall.

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