Mississauga teacher charged with assaulting, forcibly confining students
Accused 'physically moved' 4 students into a room, prevented them from exiting: police
A Mississauga teacher has been charged with multiple counts of assault and forcible confinement after an investigation into allegations of child abuse involving students, Peel police said Friday.
The incidents happened during the 2024-2025 academic year at a public school near Atwater Avenue and Cawthra Road, police said in a news release.
Police said the teacher "physically moved" four students into a room and prevented them from leaving.
The accused, 36, has been charged with four counts each of assault and forcible confinement.
He has been released with conditions and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.
Police said the accused is currently suspended from the Peel District School Board as the court process continues.
"Given the nature of the incident and the vulnerability of those involved, investigators are concerned there may be additional victims," the release said.
In a statement, the Peel District School board said it is aware of a "very serious incident involving an employee," who has been removed from the school.
"We recognize this news will be upsetting for students and their families and can raise many emotions and concerns," the statement reads. "Our staff are available to provide support to students and their families, and we encourage families to reach out if they feel their child needs assistance in processing this situation."
Anyone with information or who believes they or someone they know may have been affected is asked to contact police or leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers.