Employees of child learning center in Lynchburg charged in assault investigation

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25-02-2025

Lynchburg, Va. (WFXR) – The Lynchburg Police Department (LPD) says multiple arrests have been made in connection to a child assault investigation at Elizabeth's Early Learning Center.
LPD said an investigation was opened into the Elizabeth's Early Learning Center after an assault complaint involving an employee was received from Child Protective Services (CPS) on November 13, 2024.
During the investigation, evidence was examined, including several video recordings and other alleged findings. CPS presented the evidence to the Lynchburg Police on December 13, 2024, resulting in an arrest warrant being issued for 24-year-old Georgia Brown of Lynchburg.
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On January 9, 2025, Georgia Brown was arrested and charged with the following:
Three counts of Simple Assault, Assault and Battery (COV 18.2-57)
Two counts of Child Endangerment: Cruelty or Injuries to Children (COV 40.1-103)
On Tuesday, February 25, Brown received three additional charges of Assault & Battery (COV 18.2-57).
As the investigation continued, LPD allegedly discovered further evidence revealing that other members of the staff and board of Elizabeth's Early Learning Center may have been aware of the alleged assaults occurring and failed to report them law enforcement.
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The following individuals have also been charged in connection to the investigation.
Holland Coleman – Interim Director (at time of allegations)
Child Endangerment COV 40.1-103
Failing to notify as a mandated reporter COV 63.2-1509
Catherine Brown – Board Member
Failing to notify as a mandated reporter COV 63.2-1509
Jane Gerdy – Board Member
Failing to notify as a mandated reporter COV 63.2-1509
Kimberly Gregory – Board Member
Failing to notify as a mandated reporter COV 63.2-1509
The investigation is still ongoing. If you have any information regarding the incident(s), please contact Detective Gauthier at 434-455-6230. You can also leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers at (888)-798-5900, online at p3tips.com, through the P3 Tips mobile app, or via text by sending CVCS to 738477.
WFXR News will update in the future if more information is released.
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