25 Investigates finds state laws enable secrecy over sexual abuse in MA public schools
We found at least 75 criminal cases and lawsuits lodged against school employees since 2002, and potentially 150 students sexually victimized.
Stay updated with breaking news from Stephen Jaszek. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.
We found at least 75 criminal cases and lawsuits lodged against school employees since 2002, and potentially 150 students sexually victimized.
“This was an egregious case involving an educator abusing a young student,” Worcester District Attorney Joseph Early Jr. said in a statement. “This sexual assault survivor showed strength and courage while testifying about what she endured.”
Jaszek, who retired in 2014 after teaching 35 years, was the victim's music teacher at Julia Bancroft Elementary School in Auburn.
Former Auburn elementary school teacher Stephen Jaszek was sentenced to 18 to 20 years for raping a fourth-grade student in 2009 and 2010, Worcester County...