TOWN OF CRAWFORD – Town Police in Crawford have arrested a Pine
Bush High School teacher and charged her with endangering the welfare
of a child and harassment.
It is alleged that on April 7 while performing her duties as a teacher,
Marie Mannion, 62, of Circleville, struck a 15-year-old male student in
the back of the head with an open hand. Her actions occurred in a classroom
with about 24 other students present. Police said it was unprovoked and
resulted in the victim to complain of a headache.
Mannion surrendered herself with her attorney, was charged and released
on an appearance ticket.
Crawford Police were assisted by the Orange County District Attorney’s
Office.
