The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning says it is joining the investigation into allegations of child sex abuse in Jackson County: 18 year-old Alexander Tredway has been arrested and charged after allegedly abusing two children at a daycare center in Jefferson.
“We want to apologize to anyone who may have felt blindsided by the recent news from the Jefferson Police Department,” The school says on Facebook. “It is with a devastated heart that we confirm this horrible news is true. It was never Bright Beginning’s intention for any parent to be notified about this situation on Facebook.”
From the Ga Dept of Early Care and Learning…
The Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning is investigating allegations of child sexual abuse at Bright Beginnings of Jefferson, a child care learning center located at 1988 Washington Street in Jefferson, Georgia. This is an open investigation being conducted in cooperation with the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services and Jefferson Police Department. Parents impacted by this situation can connect with child care resources at www.qualityrated.org or by calling the toll-free number 1-877-ALL GA KIDS. Parents will be assisted in locating quality child care options. DECAL provides this free service to parents. At DECAL, our top priority is the health and safety of our state’s young learners.”
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