NEW YORK, NY – On Thursday, December 28, at 8:30 a.m., an off-duty teacher, an employee of the New York City Department of Education was arrested by officers of the NYPD’s 77th Precinct.
Gary Simon, a 59-year-old male, now faces charges of forcible touching and acting in a manner injurious to a child.
The arrest of Simon, whose specific role within the NYC Department of Education was not immediately disclosed, has raised concerns among parents and community members. The details of the incident leading to his arrest have not been fully revealed, but the nature of the charges implicates serious misconduct.
The NYC Department of Education is expected to respond to this incident, especially considering the sensitive nature of the charges involving children. The department has a strict policy regarding the conduct of its employees, particularly those who have direct contact with students.
