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In Cruzeiro do Sul, the Civil Police indicted five municipal employees for failing to inform public authorities about a case of violence against a child at a school. The case involves a teacher who allegedly pulled a child’s ear and forced him to ingest modeling clay, which, according to the Police, was covered up by employees, coordinators, the school management and municipal management, who did not open an investigation. disciplinary.

The delegate responsible for the case, Renan Santana, says that the indictments are made in accordance with the Henry Borel Law, which requires the communication of serious situations to the competent authorities. The delegate emphasized that all legal guardians, including education professionals, must comply with this obligation after becoming aware of crimes or serious situations involving children.

The Henry Borel Law, in force since 2022, aims to protect children and adolescents and requires immediate reporting of situations of violence or abuse to the competent authorities, ensuring accountability for those who fail to act in these cases.

Through a note, Cruzeiro do Sul city hall says it does not condone any type of school violence and has removed those involved. Furthermore, it is fully collaborating with law enforcement authorities to fully clarify the situation.

See the note in full:

REPUDIATION NOTE

Cruzeiro do Sul City Hall publicly expresses its vehement rejection of any and all forms of school violence. It is unacceptable for students to be subjected to mistreatment in an educational environment.

In view of the recent events involving reports of violence against a student at a Municipal Education Network School, we inform that immediate measures were taken, including the removal of those involved, and we are fully collaborating with the police authorities to clarify the entire situation.

We reinforce our unwavering commitment to education and respect for the rights of children and adolescents, and we ensure that we will spare no effort to guarantee a safe and welcoming school environment for everyone.

Mayor – José de Souza Lima (Zequinha Lima)
Cruzeiro do Sul, April 26, 2023